Thailand

Mass shooting at Thai school leaves seven dead

Authorities investigate after teenage student shot dead three classmates and three teachers before taking his own life.

Thailand:

Five security personnel killed in terror attack

Attackers in Narathiwat opened fire and hurled bombs at a ranger checkpoint, killing five and injuring six civilians before fleeing.

Netanyahu speaks with reservist freed after Thailand detention

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with IDF reservist released after spending eight months in detention in Thailand, thanking him for his reserve service.

Pub fire in Bangkok leaves dozens dead

At least 27 people were killed after a fire tore through a pub in Bangkok, Thailand, early Monday morning, officials said. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Chabad emissary welcomes secular visitors center in Thailand

A Chabad emissary in Thailand dismissed concerns over a planned 'secular house' for Israeli travelers, calling it a compliment to Chabad's decades-long work and insisting there is room to help every Jew.

'Imprisoned Torah scholar' spotted vacationing in Thailand

A photo circulated on social media of a young man who was arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport a year ago and whose arrest prompted protests calling for his release, shows him vacationing in Thailand.

89 Israelis found at Iranian-run kindergarten in Koh Phangan

Thai security forces raided an Iranian-run, unlicensed kindergarten that held five times the permitted number of children - including 89 Israelis.

Thailand: Jews to be deported after waving 'Moshiach' flag

Thai authorities revoke visas, order deportation, after Israelis wave yellow flag, distribute pamphlets.

Jewish Pride:

Ruach HaShem Gordon cancels fight in Thailand

Organizers of the ONE tournament in Thailand did not allow the Israeli fighter, brother of champion Ahavat HaShem, to enter the ring with an Israeli flag.

Asos co-founder dies in fall from 18-storey building

Police in Pattaya confirm death of British retail entrepreneur Quentin Griffiths, autopsy finds no signs of foul play.

'Kill the Jew'

Israelis hospitalized after antisemitic attack on Thai island

Three Israelis were hospitalized after a violent assault on Ko Samui, with family members saying the attackers shouted antisemitic slurs and threats during the attack.

Herzog receives credentials of first ever resident Fiji Amb.

President Herzog receives diplomatic credentials of first resident Ambassador of Fiji and new Ambassador of Thailand to Israel.

Yuval, Israeli injured in Thailand accident, pronounced dead

Yuval Cohen, 23, who was critically injured in a traffic accident in northern Thailand, died after being flown to Israel, where his organs were donated and transplanted into multiple patients.

Israelis arrested for drug trafficking in Thailand

Four Israelis were arrested in a raid on a luxury villa on Koh Pha Ngan on suspicion of running a drug trafficking network.

Condition of Israeli Thailand accident victim deteriorates

Israeli tourist critically injured in Thailand accident is en route to Israel, insurance company says.

Six Israelis injured in Thailand road accident

Israelis visiting Thailand injured in minibus accident in northern Thailand, one critical.

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

A ceremony was held at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of the repatriation of the body of Sudthisak Rinthalak, who was murdered by Hamas terrorists near Kibbutz Be’eri on October 7th and abducted to the Gaza Strip.

Body of Israeli who entered water to rescue son found in Thailand

The body of 45-year-old Sagi Mor, who jumped into the water to save one of his children, is found lifeless in Thailand after a day-long search.

Thailand:

Israeli missing after attempting to save son from drowning

Israeli tourist, age 40, disappears on Thailand beach after entering water in attempt to rescue son.

Thailand:

Israeli arrested in Phuket after ammunition found in his suitcase

Thai media reports that a 26-year-old Israeli was arrested at Phuket airport after a cartridge containing 29 bullets was found in his suitcase.

Trump leads signing of Thailand-Cambodia peace deal

President Trump oversees agreement ending months of border conflict as ASEAN leaders convene in Malaysia for regional and trade talks.

The ultimate goal:

To make all Jews one international community

In new 'Jewish-Share' episode, Rabbi Dr. Tropper and Rabbi Kantor reflect on the need for Israelis to feel a bond with Diaspora Jews.

Amid clashes:

Israel warns travelers to avoid Thailand-Cambodia border

Following renewed military tensions, Israel's Foreign Ministry advises avoiding border areas, as Thailand begins evacuations and border crossings remain closed.

Israeli citizen missing in Thailand for two weeks

An Israeli has been missing on Phuket Island for the past two weeks. Israeli Foreign Ministry: 'We are in contact with his family and hope that he will be found healthy and safe soon.'

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Israeli team works at disaster site in Thailand

IDF and the Israeli Ministry of Defense engineering and civil affairs officers arrived in Bangkok following the powerful earthquake that struck the region.

Bangkok:

'The ground was shaking; hundreds called us'

Chabad emissary in Bangkok, Rabbi Nehemia Wilhelm, spoke to Arutz Sheva about the hundreds of calls they received after the severe earthquake in Thailand: 'We tried to calm everyone down.'

Myanmar Earthquake:

Thai defense minister warns of hundreds of casualties

Hundreds are suspected dead or injured in Southeast Asia as authorities begin to clarify the full extent of the damage from the magnitude 7.7 earthquake felt earlier today.

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Skycraper collapses in Thailand during massive earthquake

Skyscraper under construction completely collapses during powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 that struck many countries in southeast Asia, the epicenter of which was in Myanmar.

Introduction to Ferries in Thailand

Thailand, with its stunning beaches and exotic islands, offers numerous options for ferry travel.

Footage from Bangkok:

Released Thai hostages return home, reunite with their families

The five Thai hostages released last week from Hamas captivity reunited with their families after nearly 500 days apart.

Thailand: Six Israelis injured in bus crash

Six Israelis suffer light and moderate injuries after bus hits tree while driving in Thailand.

Released Thai hostages reunite with family members

Four out of the five Thai hostages who were released by Hamas last week reunited in Israel with their loved ones.

Giving thanks for hostages' release:

Thai delegation visits Western Wall

After release of Thai hostages from Hamas captivity, Thailand's Foreign Minister, Chief of Staff, pay emotional visit to the Western Wall.

Herzog to Thai FM:

'Thai hostages are our brothers'

President Isaac Herzog met with Thailand’s Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa. He welcomed the return of the five hostages and stressed his concern for all the remaining hostages.

Interior Min. awards residency status to released Thai hostages

Interior Minister Moshe Arbel announced at a meeting with Thailand's Foreign Minister, that he has decided to grant residency status to the five Thai hostages released from captivity.

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Former Thai hostages welcomed back to Israel

Thenna Pongsak, Sathian Suwannakham, Sriaoun Watchara, Seathao Bannawat, and Rumnao Surasak arrived at Shamir Medical Center-Asaf Harofeh and were welcomed by Thai Ambassador to Israel Pannabha Chandraramya and the medical staff.

Tragedy in Thailand:

Presidential award recipient killed while on family vacation

Rotem Ya'ish who was discharged from the IDF two months ago and flew with his family to Thailand to celebrate, was killed in a motorcycle accident on the island of Ko Samui.

Israelis warned against traveling to Thailand

Terrorists responsible for abduction and murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in Dubai are planning further terrorist activity, potentially in Thailand, National Security Council warns.

NSC raises threat level for Israelis in Thailand to level 2

2 weeks after warning of an emerging potential threat to Israelis in Thailand, the National Security Council raised the threat level and published updated guidelines for Israelis in the country.

Mossad & NSC:

Israelis in Thailand should hide Israeli and Jewish symbols

Thailand police warn of potential terror attacks against Israelis at 'Full Moon' parties on the island of Ko Pha Ngan on Friday. Security source: We are aware and handling it.

Two-year-old Israeli girl drowns in Thailand

Israeli consul in Thailand and the department for Israelis abroad at the Foreign Ministry are assisting in bringing the girl's body to Israel.

Tragedy:

Israeli girl killed during a trip to Thailand

Five-year-old Israeli girl killed in an ATV accident while traveling with her family in Thailand. The Foreign Ministry is assisting in bringing her body to Israel.

EL AL flight:

Hostile factors attempt to take over communications

An EL AL flight from Phuket, Thailand to Israel received suspicious instructions to fly off course. There is serious suspicion that whoever was behind the instructions was attempting to damage the aircraft or cause it to enter dangerous areas.

Freed Thai hostage:

'Israeli hostages had it worse'

Thai hostages recount how their friends were executed because there wasn't enough room in the terrorists' truck, beatings, and lack of food.

Freed Thai national:

'Hamas terrorists beat Jews with electric cables'

Thai citizen who was held captive and released recalls the conditions in which he was held and the harassment of the Jewish hostages.

Report:

Hamas willing to release Thai hostages unconditionally

Hamas reportedly refusing to allow Red Cross to visit hostages despite deal, willing to release Thai hostages after Iranian intervention.

Thailand shooting: 1 dead, 6 injured, 14-year-old arrested

Gunman who opened fire at passersby has been arrested, reports say.

Former Thai leader jailed after returning from exile

Many suspect the former telecoms tycoon of returning to serve an 8-year term because his party has returned to power.

Anti-reform protester attacks Knesset Speaker in Thailand

Protester lashes out at Amir Ohana in front of his children while on vacation in Thailand and posts the footage on the web.

Terror victim's father: 'Benayah is walking almost on his own'

Two years after a deadly terrorist attack, Benayah Peretz is once again walking almost unassisted.

'This is not a joke:' Burger with only cheese released

Burger King clarifies that it actually is marketing a burger containing twenty slices of cheese and nothing else.

Israelis killed in accidents in Malta and Thailand

50-year-old Israeli killed in diving accident at the Blue Lagoon. Another Israeli killed in car accident on the island of Phuket.

El Al flight: Man collapses and dies in airplane bathroom

59-year-old man collapses and dies during El Al flight from Israel to Thailand.

Shooting victim Benaya Peretz excited to be moving his legs

Samaria council chairman speaks with young man who was paralyzed in a terrorist attack 2 years ago, promises to go running with him.

Hadassah Medical Center hosts Princess of Thailand

Hadassah Medical Center hosts Princess of Thailand, Prof. Dr. H.R.H. Chulabhorn Mahidol, on a first-of-its-kind official visit.

New Bangkok Chabad Center seeks to unite Jews under one roof

Chabad of Bangkok, Thailand's Rabbi Nechemia Wilhelm says that they expect 8,000-10,000 Jews across country for this year's seders.

Iran told Thailand it won’t attack Israeli tourists

Israeli Foreign Ministry cable details pledge by Iran not to attack Israeli tourists visiting Thailand.

Israeli girl stung by poisonous jellyfish in Thailand

6-year-old girl's heart stops after being stung by box jellyfish. She is now out of danger.

Horror in 'Paradise:'

Former policeman kills 22 children in Thailand

At least 34 people, including 22 children, killed, as the assailant ends his own life after shooting his wife.

'Marijuana hub' - Thailand fully legalizes recreational cannabis

The southeast Asian tourist hub has made a 180 degree turnaround from imposing harsh prison sentences on weed users to supporting its use.