Malaysian police on Friday produced two Bangladeshi men before a sessions court judge in Johor Bahru city, on charges of supporting the activities of Islamic State (IS) terrorist group through social media, and allegedly possessing IS-related material.
Malaysian national news agency Bernama identified the accused men as Md Mamun Ali, 31, and Refat Bishat, 27. Judge Datuk Ahmad Kamal Arifin Ismail denied bail of both the accused in separate cases and set September 12 for the next hearing.
The judge also ordered authorities to appoint interpreters, so that Mamun and Refat can communicate with the court.
According to court documents, Mamun was charged with providing support to the Islamic State through social media platform Facebook using an account named “Saifullah Islam” between July 28, 2023, and April 30, 2024.
If convicted, Mamun could face 30 years to life imprisonment and hefty fines.
Meanwhile, Refat was charged with possessing a picture of the IS terrorist group’s flag on his smartphone. The phone was in his possession while he was detained from a house in Larkin Industrial Estate on July 10, 2025.
If the allegations are proven, Refat could face imprisonment for up to seven years, and his belongings could be seized by the authorities.
Deputy Public Prosecutor Maryam Jamielah Ab Manaff is representing the state in the case against Mamun, while Deputy Public Prosecutor Nur Ainaa Ridzwan is handling the case against Refat.
No lawyers are representing the accused duo, reports Malaysian state agency Bernama.