Arson Plagues Southern Thailand Amidst Peace Talks
On March 22, 2024, the southern Thai provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat, and Songkhla were hit by a series of arson attacks, targeting numerous shops, cars, utility poles, and public and private buildings. These were carried out by suspected separatist groups throughout different locations, resulting in severe damage and even the casualty of a female contract worker from Malaysia. The events have caused much chaos in the area. Colonel Eakvarit Chobchoophol, Spokesperson for the military’s