Shalom Abitan

Shalom Abitan is a 39-year-old Israeli man who was sentenced to seven years in prison in Malaysia for illegal possession and trafficking of firearms. He was arrested in Kuala Lumpur in March 2023, where he was found in possession of several handguns and ammunition. Abitan, who had a criminal background and connections to organized crime in Israel, claimed he entered Malaysia with intentions related to a personal dispute. His case drew attention due to the complexities of international law enforcement and the diplomatic nuances between Israel and Malaysia, a country without formal relations with Israel.