01/05/2024
In response to boycotts linked to the Gaza war, KFC Malaysia closed 100 franchises, impacting 18,000 employees. Other American food chains like Starbucks and McDonald's also faced backlash and sales decline. The BDS movement targeted these chains for their perceived support of Israel, affecting their operations in Malaysia.
Source: https://www.samaa.tv/2087313915-kfc-closes-over-100-outlets-amid-boycotts