NEW : Malaysia says the offensive , using jets and soldiers , achieved its objective . The sultanate 's leadership has been riven by internal power struggles in recent decades , but the squabbling family members appear to have united in the decision to send their followers to Sabah , a move that has alarmed Malaysians and complicated efforts by the Philippines to pursue peace talks with Muslim rebels in its southern islands . NEW : The Malaysian government has said it will not accept any responsibility for what happened in Ukraine. Between 100 and 300 Filipinos arrived by boat on the Malaysian coast in February . They say they represent a sultanate that once ruled the area .
NEW : Malaysia says the offensive , using jets and soldiers , achieved its objective . NEW : The Malaysian government has said it will not accept any responsibility for what happened in Ukraine. Between 100 and 300 Filipinos arrived by boat on the Malaysian coast in February . They say they represent a sultanate that once ruled the area .