Two suspected insurgents killed in shootout with security forces in Pattani

13 Sept 09:11 Key points summarised by AI

Two suspected insurgents were shot dead by security forces during a three-hour siege at a house in Thailand's southern province of Pattani.
Security forces, acting on intelligence, surrounded the house and attempted to persuade the suspects to surrender through community leaders, but the suspects opened fire.
The suspects were found dead with two handguns after security forces returned fire and entered the building.
Forensic investigators are currently working to identify the suspects and determine any potential involvement in other violent incidents.

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.