Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:23am on 09 Feb 2025,Sunday International
Five Thai farm workers kidnapped during Hamas’s October 2023 attack on Israel arrived home in Bangkok after 15 months in captivity. Emotional reunions unfolded at Suvarnabhumi Airport as relatives embraced the released men. “I am truly grateful,” said Pongsak Thaenna, thanking officials for securing their freedom. The hostages had spent 10 days in an Israeli hospital before their return. The Thai government will provide financial support to ensure they do not return to Israel for work. One Thai hostage remains unaccounted for. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra thanked Qatar, Egypt, Iran, Turkey, and the U.S. for their mediation efforts.
