Thais working in Israel advised to think carefully before deciding to remain

21 Sept 05:33 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Foreign Ministry urges Thais working in Israel to carefully consider their safety before deciding to stay, asking those who change their minds about returning to notify the embassy for effective evacuation planning.
The Thai government assures safe repatriation, guarantees payment from Israeli employers, and has secured promises from the Israeli government for future job opportunities for returning workers.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.