News Forum - Bomb in Narathiwat explodes, monks and soldiers unharmed

[Thaiger]

In the Deep South province of Narathiwat bordering on Malaysia, a bomb exploded this morning, with 2 monks and 2 soldiers narrowly escaping harm. The explosion took place early this morning on the side of the road in Rueso district of the province that often sees violence and bombings from local insurgents. As is common for Buddhist monks in Thailand, the 2 monks were walking down the street doing their morning alms. Because of the danger of insurgency and explosions, the 2 were being escorted by 2 army rangers who were providing protection and keeping them safe. The 4 men […]

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[Jason]

That's what you call a near miss!! Not great publicity for Thailand! Totally Explosive Thailand??

[palooka]

Targeting monks is not a very smart move by these Islamist rat bags.

[BigHewer]

I actually had a trip planned to Narathiwat in April 2020 (which got canceled of course). A lot to offer there, but things like this deter most visitors, and will continue to do so.

[AlexPTY]

So happy to hear that 

[NCC1701A]

6 hours ago, Thaiger said:

Because of the danger of insurgency and explosions, the 2 were being escorted by 2 army rangers who were providing protection and keeping them safe.

were they wearing masks?