Two volunteers killed by suspected insurgents in Yala

13 Sept 08:26 Key points summarised by AI

Suspected insurgents fatally shot two defence volunteers at a road checkpoint in Yala, Thailand, while injuring another volunteer and a civilian.
Six attackers on three motorcycles opened fire, then seized two assault rifles from the victims before escaping the scene.

Malaysia appoints new facilitator for Thai-BRN peace talks

Yesterday 12:16 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysia has appointed retired Lt-General Datuk Ahmad Norihan bin Jalal as the new facilitator for peace talks between the Thai government and the Barisan Revolusi Nasional (BRN).
Datuk Ahmad previously served as head of Malaysia’s national intelligence agency and has over 33 years of military experience, bringing extensive expertise in strategic intelligence.
The Malaysian government expressed confidence that his appointment will strengthen its role in facilitating the peace talks, earn trust from all parties, and bring new momentum to achieving lasting peace in southern Thailand.