The Prime Minister explains that the numbers are not yet official. Thai people in Israel, 1 person dead, 11 arrested. Emphasizes the highest priority. Pick up the phone and talk to the Thai-Israeli ambassadors Closely following the situation, ordering the Royal Thai Air Force to standby and fly 24 hours, evacuating Thais back as soon as the airspace opens.
Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Gave an interview at Military Airport 2, Wing 6, Don Mueang, before traveling to visit 4 countries, saying that he had been closely following the attack situation in Israel and had talked with the Israeli Ambassador to Thailand. I gave encouragement. And most recently, I just had a conversation with the Thai Ambassador to Israel at 4:00 a.m. local time. and entrusted it to take care of the Thai people who lived there Ready to provide personal contact numbers for both ambassadors.
It has been unofficially reported that One Thai person died and 11 workers were detained. At this time, it is still not possible to confirm where they are. This is the situation in which Israel is still in lockdown, prohibiting leaving the house. However, A moment ago I talked with Air Chief Marshal Phanpakdee Pattanakul, Commander of the Air Force To prepare for the evacuation of Thai people. Both preparing Air Force planes 24 hours a day to travel to take Thai people back to their country. But the airspace is now closed. At the same time, we continue to closely monitor the situation. and gave his personal phone number with the Thai Ambassador to Israel and asked for daily reports The Thai Ambassador to Israel is still unable to leave his residence. Must stay in a shelter in the house Because the situation is still tense and still moving in a direction that is not getting better which must be acknowledged as a worrisome situation
For providing assistance to Thai workers who are detained The Prime Minister said Until now, we still don’t know exactly where it is. But try your best to use diplomacy. Because he is considered an innocent person and has no involvement in the conflict at all. Including taking care of Thai workers in the south of Israel who are still following up. because unable to leave the house As for saying that 11 Thai workers were captured, the information has not yet been confirmed. It may be more or less than this. While the number of injured is not yet known. As for Thai workers who travel to work in Israel, there are approximately 25,000 people, with 5,000 of them in conflict zones.
The Prime Minister mentioned that relatives who want to know the situation already have contact numbers. And after this, a coordination center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be established. As for the Thai immigration plan Still can’t answer at what level. Because it is an official term, but it is confirmed that The Air Force Commander is available 24 hours a day and is ready to go immediately. They prepared a C130 plane that could carry 423 people per trip. The trip required one stop to refuel. They informed the Thai Ambassador to Israel that they were able to keep the plane on standby. for speed in transporting people back But it’s just an offer. Because at this time the airspace is not open yet. But if the lockdown is lifted If people can get people out of their homes to reduce the level of violence, then they might reconsider. It is believed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Air Force are currently evaluating the situation. In this matter, he gave the highest level of concern. give utmost importance
As for the Prime Minister Is there any particular concern about this situation? The Prime Minister said that it is normal for innocent people to die. It’s something that I feel sorry for and don’t want to happen. Especially being a Thai person and is not part of the conflict Therefore feeling very worried and uncomfortable.
The Prime Minister also returned to give another interview that Mr. Panpree Phitthanukorn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. On mission abroad Then will travel to Hong Kong to join. He therefore ordered Mr. Chakkraphong Saengmanee, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. Canceled the trip to join the group on missions in 4 countries with himself. by giving orders to stay and coordinate Take care of the situation in Thailand because of events What is happening from Israel is a serious event. which all questions are of concern I would try to provide clarity. Both regarding setting up a coordination center Diplomatic operations or the progress of captured persons. To provide an answer to everyone, I would like people to be at ease that the government gives the highest priority.
Reporters reported that Before giving the interview, the Prime Minister spoke with Mr. Chakkraphong Saengmanee, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. Dr. Brahmin Lertsuriyadet Secretary-General to the Prime Minister, Air Chief Marshal Phanthapakdee Pattanakul, Commander-in-Chief of the Air Force, informed of readiness to evacuate Thai people from Israel. After a heavy attack also occurred.
Source: Thai News Agency