Malaysia has sent 257 of its troops to Lebanon as part of the UNIFIL contingent. Overall, 365 personnel have been sent. I would've been fine with it had they been sent last year, say sometime before the massive flood in Johor. However, now that the flood has hit and keeps on hitting us hard, I wonder if it's right to use our military resources to solve another country's problems. I know that some of our soldiers are already helping out flood victims, but would having more of them help out hurt? Lebanon seems to be fine nowadays, worrying more about labour strikes and kids failing at school rather than an imminent attack by Israel. I understand that they're still facing some problems, but I think our own problems need more attention. Of course, we've declared that we were able to send 1000 troops to Lebanon before, but that was way before the floods. So, international extolment for our contribution to global peace and security; or national praise for our soldiers rolling-up their sleeves and helping flood victims? Quandary, no?
On a much lighter note, The Simpsons Movie's plot has been revealed. Interesting, indeed.
Best Wishes,
Fadli
Homer: Kids, you tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try. - Homer J. Simpson
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