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Israeli father missing after rescuing son from rough seas in Thailand

Sagie, a father of four, vanished off Koh Phangan’s Chaloklum Beach after saving his son from strong currents; Thai authorities and Israeli volunteers conducting urgent searches amid rough sea conditions and growing concern

Itamar Eichner, Shilo Freid | 11.19.25

Israeli tourist arrested in Thailand after ammunition was found in luggage

The 26-year-old was arrested at Phuket International Airport after security found a magazine with 29 bullets during a baggage scan

ynet | 11.07.25

בני זוג מקיימים יחסי מין במפל, אילוסטרציה

Israeli couple arrested in Thailand after being filmed having sex at popular waterfall

The video, taken at Wang Sai Waterfall in the island’s northwest, was shared widely on social media and drew angry reactions, with many expressing concern that the incident could damage Thailand’s reputation as a tourist destination

ynet | 11.05.25

מעצר גבר ישראלי בשדה תעופה בקו סמוי בתאילנד בחשד לשוד

Israeli fugitive tracked via stolen laptop arrested in Thailand

Osher Farhi, 22, captured in Koh Samui after Israeli authorities tracked stolen laptop; suspect has criminal record for drugs and violence and was planning to flee the country

Liran Tamari | 11.03.25

‘Israelis ruined Thailand’: viral TikTok videos spark fierce debate over tourist behavior

Viral TikTok videos accusing Israeli tourists of disrespectful and entitled behavior have sparked heated discussion online, dividing opinion among travelers and locals over cultural sensitivity and national image abroad

Itamar Eichner | 10.26.25

In Thailand’s tranquility, a Jewish community confronts a world in turmoil

Once a carefree post-army escape, Thailand has become a refuge with emotional weight for Jews grappling with war in Israel; led by Chabad’s Rabbi Yosef Kantor, the community is growing, adapting and building a new Jewish center where faith meets resilience

Eli Mandelbaum | 10.23.25

10 secret Islands in Thailand you’ve probably never heard of

From hidden lagoons to sandbanks revealed at low tide, these secret Thai islands offer the perfect escape to paradise

Elia Weinberg | 09.23.25

Thailand will give away 200,000 free domestic airline tickets to foreign visitors

Thailand wants tourists to discover its less-visited provinces as well by giving free domestic flight tickets to anyone arriving on an international flight; Here are the details

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 08.27.25

Deadly exchange of fire between Thai and Cambodian soldiers: Thailand uses F-16 to strike neighbor

Conflict began with a landmine explosion and quickly escalated into artillery shelling and air strikes as battles continue; More than 80,000 Thais have been evacuated from their homes and at least two have been killed, with both countries accusing each other of invading their territory

News Agencies | 07.24.25

Thailand foils terror plot in Phuket, arrests 3 suspects

Local security forces foil terror plot in popular tourist hub, uncovering separatist-linked bombs amid heightened concerns for Israeli nationals’ safety; plot didn't specifically target Israelis

Itamar Eichner | 06.29.25

'Be strong, wait for Daddy’: After over 600 days, Nattapong Pinta’s family’s hopes come to tragic end

Pinta, a Thai farm worker, was kidnapped alive from Kibbutz Nir Oz during Oct. 7 massacre; his wife, Narissara, and their 9-year-old son, Weerapat, waited anxiously, clinging to hope that he might still be alive

Itamar Eichner, Roni Green Shaulov | 06.07.25

פינתא נאתאפונג אזרח תאילנדי שנחטף ב 07.10

IDF recovers body of Thai hostage presumed alive Nattapong Pinta

Thai farm worker Nattapong Pinta was murdered in captivity by Kataeb al-Mujahideen, the same terror group that held and killed Shiri Bibas and her children; It also held Gadi Haggai and Judy Weinstein, whose bodies were recovered earlier this week

Lihi Gordon | 06.07.25

Dengue fever in Thailand, who should get vaccinated before traveling?

Dozens of Israelis contract dengue fever while traveling in Thailand, mainly during holidays and summer, as experts warn of severe symptoms and complications, with no area in Thailand free of risk—not even Koh Samui or Koh Phangan

Or Hadar | 04.18.25

You must do this before visiting Thailand

Starting next month, foreign travelers will be required to fill out a digital form before arrival in Thailand, providing flight details and the address of the first place they will be staying; The Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched an AI tool to help with vacation planning and a guide to important laws and appropriate etiquette

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 04.02.25

פעילות צוות המומחים המשותף של צה״ל ומשרד הביטחון בתאילנד

‘Every second counts’: Israeli rescue teams aid Bangkok earthquake victims

Multiple Israeli groups have dispatched to Thailand and Myanmar to support the search-and-rescue efforts following Friday’s devastating earthquakes

Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 04.01.25

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