Insurgent killed in clash with security forces in Narathiwat

14 Sept 02:33 Key points summarised by AI

A southern insurgent was killed and two defence volunteers were wounded during clashes in Sukhirin district, Narathiwat province.
The incident began with an insurgent attack on a defence volunteer outpost, followed by security forces clashing with the fleeing gunmen in a nearby wood.

Malaysia appoints new facilitator for Thai-BRN peace talks

20 Oct 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.