BANGKOK — Reports of Islamic State activity in the Deep South are being investigated, junta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha said Thursday, stressing that there is no evidence yet of the group’s presence.

Gen. Prayuth’s statement came after media reports that, citing anonymous sources, indicated that ISIS supporters met with religious leaders in the southern border provinces and attempted to win support from the local Muslim population at a time the group is believed to be seeking a higher profile in Southeast Asia.

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By Teeranai Charuvastra,
Khaosod English