Noordin Mohammad Top

Malaysian terrorist leader

Noordin Mohammad Top - Malaysian terrorist leader
Born

1968
57 years ago

Died

September 17th, 2009
15 years ago — 41 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Malaysia

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Engaged in various extremist activities, operated primarily in Southeast Asia. Founded the Jemaah Islamiah group, which aimed to establish an Islamic state in Indonesia and was responsible for multiple high-profile bombings. Involved in the 2002 Bali bombings, which killed over 200 people. Played a significant role in the resurgence of terrorist operations in the region. Evaded capture for several years until death in a police raid.

Founded Jemaah Islamiah

Involved in the 2002 Bali bombings

Planned other terrorist attacks in Southeast Asia

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