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- Thai Navy Finds Newly Planted Landmines on Trat BorderTRAT – The Royal Thai Navy has accused unidentified opposing forces of planting deadly anti-personnel landmines in a disputed border area, calling the discovery a “grave violation” of international law, MCOT reported. Soldier Injured in Landmine Blast in Sisaket Navy spokesperson Rear Admiral Parach Rattanachaiyapan confirmed that a clearing operation on Saturday, February 14, uncovered […]16 February 16 2026Southhttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128612
- Inmate Dies of Mpox at Bangkok Prison, Dozens MonitoredBANGKOK – A 44-year-old male inmate with underlying health conditions including HIV has died of mpox (monkeypox) at Thonburi Remand Prison, with approximately 100 other inmates and personnel now under observation, health authorities confirmed. Thailand detects a suspected case of the new Mpox Clade1 variant Dr Montien Kanasawat, Director-General of the Department of Disease Control, […]16 February 16 2026Bangkokhttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128610
- Songkran Safe: Cambodia’s UNESCO Bid for Maha Songkran Poses No Threat to Thailand’s ListingBANGKOK – Thailand’s traditional Songkran festival remains secure in its UNESCO recognition despite Cambodia’s recent application to list its own Khmer New Year, “Moha Sangkranta Chnam Thmey,” as an intangible cultural heritage, officials confirmed. Yuthika Isarangkura na Ayutthaya, Director-General of the Cultural Promotion Department, addressed concerns following Cambodia’s submission, explaining that UNESCO listings do not […]16 February 16 2026Newshttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128609
- Dozens Injured as Phuket–Betong Bus Overturns in TrangTRANG – A bus travelling on the Phuket–Betong route overturned on Phetkasem Road in Huai Yot district in the early hours of February 15, leaving 30 people injured, including the driver who suffered the loss of his left leg. School Bus Overturns in Roi Et, Injuring 16 An investigator at Huai Yot Police Station stated […]15 February 15 2026Southhttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128608
- Seven Bombs Rock Narathiwat in Coordinated Overnight AttacksNARATHIWAT – Suspected Muslim insurgents detonated seven improvised explosive devices (IEDs) across Yee Ngor and Ra-ngae districts late Saturday night into early Sunday morning, in what police believe was a coordinated tactic to cause unrest ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. No casualties were reported, though several motorcycles and properties sustained damage. Three Civilians […]15 February 15 2026Southhttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128607
- Passenger from Portugal Arrested with 3.1kg of Cocaine at Phuket AirportPHUKET – Customs officers at Phuket International Airport have arrested a male passenger attempting to smuggle 3.1 kilograms of cocaine into Thailand, with an estimated street value of approximately 9.3 million baht, authorities confirmed. French Arab Arrested with Cocaine at Phuket Airport The arrest took place on February 12, 2026, following enhanced passenger risk profiling […]15 February 15 2026Phukethttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128606
- Aerial Operations Deployed to Contain Wildfire in Nakhon RatchasimaNAKHON RATCHASIMA – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Suchart Chomklin has ordered the immediate deployment of aircraft to support wildfire suppression efforts at the Sakaerat Environmental Research Station, as firefighting operations continue to contain the blaze. Fishing Boat Destroyed by Fire Off Nakhon Si Thammarat Coast The Deputy Prime Minister […]14 February 14 2026Isanhttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128604
- Pattaya Immigration Arrests Iranian Man Wanted for Attempted Murder in Road Rage AttackPATTAYA, Chonburi – Immigration police in Pattaya have arrested a 56-year-old Iranian national wanted on an attempted murder warrant after he allegedly rammed his car into a rival motorcyclist, causing serious injuries before fleeing the scene. Iranian Arrested in Bangkok Over Pickpocket Scam Targeting Tourists The suspect, identified as Babak Khajesamanni, was detained at approximately […]14 February 14 2026Pattayahttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128603
- Israeli Arrested on Koh Pha-ngan for Drug Possession Worth 50 Million BahtKOH PHA-NGAN, Surat Thani – Tourist and anti-narcotics police have arrested an Israeli national on Koh Pha-ngan and seized narcotics with an estimated street value of approximately 50 million baht, including heroin, cocaine, Ecstasy and magic mushrooms. German Man Arrested for Pro‑Gaza Graffiti Spree on Koh Phangan The suspect, who operated a food shop on […]14 February 14 2026Southhttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128602
- Phuket Police Arrest Nine African Women in Bangla Road Prostitution CrackdownPATONG, PHUKET – Tourist police in Phuket arrested nine foreign women during an early morning crackdown on alleged prostitution activities in the Bangla Road entertainment district on February 13, 2026, with two of those detained found to have overstayed their visas. Pattaya Clean-Up Continues as African Prostitutes Rounded Up The operation was conducted by officers […]14 February 14 2026Phukethttps://www.thailandnews.co/?p=128601