Three troopers injured in insurgent attack in Tak Bai Wednesday night

15 Sept 05:30 Key points summarised by AI

Three army troopers sustained injuries when their outpost at a pier in Tak Bai, Narathiwat, was targeted by an insurgent attack.
Approximately six suspected insurgents launched the assault using improvised explosive devices and automatic rifles, leading to a brief firefight.
The injured troopers are in stable condition, and security officials in neighboring Yala province have since increased vehicle checks and patrols.

Malaysia appoints new facilitator for Thai-BRN peace talks

Today 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.