Israel Envoy Meets Surat Thani Governor Amid Chabad Tensions

Israel Envoy Meets Surat Thani Governor Amid Chabad Tensions

Pictures courtesy of Matichon The Israeli ambassador to Thailand has met with the governor of Surat Thani following growing unease among residents of Koh Phangan over the activities of an Israeli Chabad centre on the island. Local officials said the community was “uncomfortable” with religious gatherings held in private without clear authorisation, prompting calls for proper registration under Thai law. On 4 November, Dr Alona Fischer-Ka…

Thai Officials Address Israeli Tourist Tensions in Surat Thani Meeting

The Phuket Express =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Surat Thani, Thailand– In a bid to ease mounting frictions between locals and a surge of Israeli visitors, Surat Thani Governor Teeruth Supawiboonpol met with Israeli Ambassador Orna Sagiv on Thursday to discuss concerns over illegal activities and ensure equitable treatment for all tourists. The closed-door talks, held amid escalating complaints on Koh Phangan and […] Thai Officials Address Israeli Tourist Te…

‘No Israel’: Thai businesses protest misconduct, unlicensed ventures by Israeli visitors

A sign reading “No Israel” hangs in front of a popular restaurant on Koh Phangan, one of Thailand’s most visited holiday destinations Press TV – November 3, 2025 Tensions are rising on Thailand’s popular southern islands as locals express growing frustration over insulting and controversial behavior as well as illicit business activities of Israeli tourists, who have been visiting the country in markedly growing numbers. Restaurant owners and b…