McDonald's Malaysia Sues BDS Malaysia for Defamation

McDonald's M'sia sues Israel boycott movement for S$1.73 million in damages 🔗

It claimed that the chain has suffered a loss of profit and job cuts, among other damages.

McDonald's Malaysia is suing the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) Malaysia movement for defamation, seeking RM6 million in damages. The fast food franchise alleges that BDS Malaysia's social media posts linking them to Israel's conflict with Palestinians have led to financial losses and job cuts. McDonald's Malaysia asserts that it does not support the conflict and has contributed to the Palestinian Humanitarian Fund. BDS Malaysia rejects the defamation claim and is leaving the matter to the court to decide.

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