Thailand Readies Evacuation Plans for Middle East Conflict
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow confirmed that Thai embassies are prepared to issue warnings and execute evacuation plans in coordination with the armed forces if conflict in the Middle East escalates further. On October 30 at Don Mueang Air Force Base Wing 6, Sihasak addressed reports that the United States may launch renewed military operations against Iran, stating the situation must be viewed in two parts: military operations in the Middle East, which Thailand is monitoring closely due to the presence of Thai nationals there, and Thais in the region for whom the Royal Thai Armed Forces have prepared contingency plans should the need arise. For Thais in countries that have issued food stockpiling advisories, he urged them to follow local government warnings. He reiterated that Thai embassies must await official alerts from host governments and relay them to Thai citizens to prepare accordingly, confirming Thailand has readiness plans for all scenarios. When asked about advisories in 17 countries urging citizens to stockpile food, Sihasak said he is concerned that if the Middle East situation deteriorates or widespread fighting breaks out, the public must be warned to prepare and evacuate to safety, noting that Thailand has such plans in coordination with the armed forces and has executed them during past conflicts. Asked whether intelligence indicates an imminent event, Sihasak said authorities are monitoring the situation closely as news develops.
