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Baht buses in Thong Sala, main town of Ko Phangan, Thailand.

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October 14, 2025

Lebanese National Re-Arrested for Operating Illegal Rental Business on Koh Phangan

KOH PHANGAN – A Lebanese national has been apprehended for the second time for operating an unlicensed vehicle rental service on Koh Phangan, underscoring ongoing challenges with foreign nationals exploiting tourist visas to run illegal businesses on Thailand’s resort islands. The arrest on October 13 followed a targeted operation led by tourist police authorities. Italian […]

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Path surrounded by palm trees on the island of Koh Phangan.

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October 14, 2025

Four Israeli Men Arrested at Drug-Fueled Villa Party on Koh Phangan

KOH PHANGAN – Four Israeli nationals were taken into custody during a drug raid at a luxury villa in the Ban Sri Thanu area of Koh Phangan in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The men, who claimed to be soldiers celebrating the end of the Israel-Hamas conflict, were found in possession of illicit substances. […]

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Traffic signs on Ban Na, Chana District of Songkhla

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October 12, 2025

Thirteen Africans Arrested in Songkhla with Forged Entry Stamps

SONGKHLA – Immigration police have apprehended thirteen African nationals discovered with counterfeit immigration stamps in their passports during an operation in Songkhla province. The arrests, which took place on October 11, are part of an investigation into illegal entry routes potentially linked to transnational criminal networks. African sex traffickers arrested in Bangkok The operation was […]

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October 12, 2025

Two Israeli Men Arrested on Koh Samui for Possessing Counterfeit US Dollars

SURAT THANI – Two Israeli nationals were apprehended on Koh Samui on Saturday for allegedly exchanging counterfeit US dollar bills at a local airport. The suspects, identified as 25-year-old M.M. and 28-year-old O.S., were taken into custody under warrants issued by the Samui Court. Tensions Rise with Israeli Tourists and Businesses on Koh Phangan According […]

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October 12, 2025

German Couple Injured in Violent Khao Lak Home Invasion

KHAO LAK – A German couple sustained head injuries during a violent home invasion in the early hours of October 11, when an intruder broke into their residence through the roof and attacked them with a liquor bottle. The incident occurred in the Khuekkhak subdistrict of Takua Pa district, prompting an immediate police response. Japanese […]

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October 11, 2025

Tensions Rise with Israeli Tourists and Businesses on Koh Phangan

SURAT THANI – Local authorities and tourism operators on Koh Phangan are expressing growing concern over the conduct of some Israeli visitors and the proliferation of foreign-run businesses on the island. The situation has drawn comparisons to earlier tensions in the northern tourist town of Pai, prompting calls for intervention to prevent escalation. Thai Police […]

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Bungalows along the beach in Koh Phangan.

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October 9, 2025

Indian National Re-Arrested on Koh Phangan for Drug Sales While on Bail

KOH PHANGAN – An Indian man previously released on bail for immigration offenses has been apprehended for allegedly selling hashish to tourists on Koh Phangan. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Mr. Ashwin, was taken into custody on October 7 during a coordinated operation led by tourist and local police. Nigerian National Arrested Following Dramatic Drug […]

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Muslim school girls in Yala, Southern Thailand

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October 9, 2025

Two Public Parks Closed in Yala Following Series of Bomb Blasts

YALA – Authorities have temporarily closed two public parks in the Muang district of this southern border province following a series of eight bomb explosions on Wednesday night. The incidents resulted in no casualties but prompted immediate safety measures ahead of planned traditional ceremonies. Southern Thailand on Edge as Multiple Explosives Neutralized in Phuket, Krabi […]

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