McDonald's seeking RM6m in damages from boycott advocates

A group advocating for boycotts against major international brands in response to the Israeli invasion of Gaza is facing an RM6 million claim for damages suffered by fast food chain McDonald’s.

Gerbang Alaf Restaurants Sdn Bhd (GAR), the franchise owner of McDonald’s in Malaysia, was claiming the sum for revenue loss (RM3 million), compensation for employees who were laid off (RM1.5 million), and expiry of materials (RM1.5 million).

The plaintiff said the defendant...