Israel considers retaliation after Iran launch hits.
Following Iran’s missile and drone strikes on Israel on Saturday, Thai nationals are advised to follow safety instructions from the Israeli government.
” All Thai citizens in Israel are advised to follow the safety recommendations made by Israel. They are also advised to keep in touch with the Thai consulate in case of emergencies and observe local officials ‘ announcements, according to government official Chai Wacharonke.
He claimed that Israel’s aircraft is closed and all flights are suspended from 12 noon until April 13 because security procedures are in consequence from April 13 at 11pm until April 15 at 11pm. 30am on April 14 until further notice.
The safety protocols forbid the meeting of more than 1,000 individuals across the nation and for more than 30 in conflict zones. He claimed that all educational institutions are shut down, and merely shelter-equipped workplaces are permitted to start.
There are about 28,000 Thais live in Israel and about 300 in Iran, according to the Foreign Affairs Ministry. There are no reports of Thai citizens living in Israel or Iran being directly impacted or hurt by the present situation.
The government claims that the Thai offices in Tel Aviv and Tehran are closely monitoring the situation and keep in touch with the local areas to keep them informed of developments so they can stay safe.
Thailand expressed concern for the Middle East’s ongoing conflict and requests that all parties use the greatest caution to prevent further deterioration.
The government has even given Thai diplomats in the area instructions to work with state agencies to coordinate with them in assisting Thai nationals in the affected areas.
The government is prepared to assist Thai staff in Israel, according to permanent secretary Pairote Chotikasathien, who gave an assurance on Sunday to the people of Thai workers in Israel.
Power companies are closely monitoring the Iran-Israel issue to assess ability effects and develop a plan of action, according to energy secretary Pirapan Salirathavibhaga’s Facebook post.
Chaichan Chareonsuk, chairman of the Thai National Shippers ‘ Council ( TNSC), on Sunday expressed concerns about potential impacts on Thai exports to the region if the crisis escalates.
He claimed that the Middle East is a growing trade business, and that trade efficiency could be affected by the increase of stress.
Shipping on the route may be suspended and items will be transported to European and Mediterranean nations if cargo vessel ships in the Red Sea are targeted, he said.
Mr Chaichan said the conflict may also push fuel prices currently at US$ 90 ( 3,300 baht ) per barrel higher, which will raise operation costs. He added that the TNSC may talk with the Commerce Ministry to discuss any potential consequences.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised his country would win in Jerusalem on Sunday after the government reported that it shot down almost all of the more than 300 drones and missiles launched by Iran in a strong increase of the Middle East conflict.
Tehran’s attacks, which came after an elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps officer was killed in an alleged Jewish airstrike on April 1 at its Damascus military, reportedly prompted a regional conflict, to emerge late on Saturday.
In a show of support for the Arab violent group Hamas in the Gaza conflict with Israel, which has been escalating despite various mediation work, Iran relied on its proxies throughout the territory to launch attacks on Israeli and US goals.
” We intercepted, we repelled, up we may succeed,” Mr Netanyahu posted on X. The Israeli army claimed that more than 99 % of Iranian drones and missiles had been shot down by the military forces.
Israel’s Channel 12 Television cited an unknown Jewish official as saying there would be a” major answer” to the invasion.