Thailand
Israeli man killed in motorcycle accident in southern Thailand, Foreign Ministry confirms
The precise circumstances of the accident have not yet been released, although neither news reports nor official ministry statements suggest foul play.
Thai authorities inspect Chabad House in Chiang Mai, find no violations
Doctor caught yellow-handed at Ben-Gurion attempting to smuggle 300 banana saplings from Thailand
Middle East conflicts, energy supplies, to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings in Thailand
Thai police raid Chabad, Jewish institutions in Bangkok amid ongoing foreign business investigation
Bangkok Chabad emissary Rabbi Nechemya Wilhelm said that Chabad welcomed the investigation and remained confident that its activities complied with Thai law.
USS George H.W. Bush anchors in Thailand for recreational visit after Middle East deployment
A local mayor had estimated that each US service member from the Lincoln could spend up to 3,000 baht ($89) per day during the visit.
Thailand revokes citizenship of Israeli businessman six years after naturalization
Thai authorities revoked the citizenship of Israeli-born Ariel Blushstein, citing his use of an Israeli passport after naturalization and an alleged failure to disclose Uruguayan citizenship.
Viral videos and 'No Israelis' signs: Why Thailand is souring to Israeli tourists
Israeli tourists are finding themselves less welcome in Thailand
Bangkok declares city-wide disaster as third day of monsoon rain floods streets
The rainfall began on Thursday and is expected to keep pouring through Sunday, Thailand’s meteorological department warned. People were advised to beware of flash floods, overflows, and landslides.
'Go die in your own country': Thai PM comes down on foreigners wanting private cemeteries
Anutin did not explicitly mention Israel or a Jewish cemetery. However, his remarks came just days after a highly publicized controversy surrounding a Jewish cemetery in Chachoengsao Province.
Phuket Chabad House cancels Rosh Hashanah meal following anti-Israel protest
The protest organizers tried to justify their actions by calling the protest “an important step in protecting the traditions and customs of the Thai people from disturbances by foreigners.”
Netanyahu announces lawsuit against Haaretz, John Malkovich pulls out of Israel performance
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Thailand's FM meets with Israeli envoy to discuss tourists' conduct, demands stronger action
Following the meeting, the minister delivered a firm message, saying Thailand welcomes tourists, but that does not mean “tourists of any nationality can do whatever they want here.”
US carrier Abraham Lincoln departs Thailand after respite visit
“We would like to thank the people of Thailand for their incredible hospitality,” US Navy Captain Dan Keeler, the Abraham Lincoln’s commanding officer, said in a statement.
