Dozens of co-ordinated arson attacks hit southern Thailand
Summary
More than 50 coordinated arson attacks happened in southern Thailand, injuring two people and damaging buildings and vehicles. The attacks targeted government offices, stores, and telecommunication towers in provinces affected by a long-running conflict between Muslim rebels and the Thai government.Key Facts
- The attacks occurred between 8 pm and midnight on Saturday in southern border provinces.
- Most attacks were in Narathiwat province, with others in Yala and Pattani.
- Two women were injured by a bomb explosion in Narathiwat’s Muang district.
- Telecommunications towers were set on fire in several places.
- Authorities imposed an overnight curfew in Narathiwat, which ended Sunday morning.
- No group has claimed responsibility for the arson incidents.
- The region has experienced a low-level conflict since 2004, with over 7,000 deaths.
- The main insurgent group is the Barisan Revolusi Nasional, seeking greater autonomy.
- Peace talks facilitated by Malaysia have been stalled due to political changes and divisions.
- A recent attack in July killed five soldiers and delayed planned peace talks.
- The Thai Prime Minister and cabinet will visit the southern city of Hat Yai next week to discuss security and other issues.
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