How did so many Thai farmers end up held hostage by Hamas?
Five Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas since its 2023 attack on Israel were released Thursday, while one remaining Thai citizen remains in captivity.
Israel tells Bangkok that Thai hostages are in good condition
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar tells his Thai counterpart that the five Thai hostages freed today are in good condition. Sa’ar speaks by phone with Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, telling him that an initial medical check of the five freed captives shows that they are “in good condition,
Thailand rejoices as long-held hostages released by Hamas in ceasefire deal
Five Thai farmworkers’ suffering ended with an exchange on Thursday alongside three released Israeli hostages. Diplomatic efforts to free them, at times, frayed relations between Bangkok and Jerusalem.
Five Thai Hostages Released in Israel-Hamas Prisoner Exchange
The five hostages were among the 31 Thai agricultural workers who were captured by Hamas from four farms close to the Gaza border. Earlier, 23 hostages were released and two, Sudthisak Rinthalak and Sonthaya Oakkharasri, were confirmed dead in May of last year.
Israel Releases Prisoners After Chaotic Hostage Handover
Steve Witkoff, the U.S.’s new Middle East envoy, has joined Israelis in Tel Aviv who have gathered to watch the hostage releases in what has become known as “Hostage Square,” according to images broadcast on Israeli television.
Bangkok confirms release of 5 Thai hostages in Gaza
Confirming the release of five Thai hostages in Gaza, Bangkok on Thursday expressed its “deep appreciation” to mediators over their efforts in securing its citizens held since October 2023 in the besieged Palestinian enclave.
Hamas frees 5 Thais after 15 months of captivity
One Thai worker remains a captive of Hamas in Gaza as negotiations between the Palestinian militant group and Israel continue.
Israel delays prisoner release after chaotic hostage exchange
Israel delayed the release of 110 Palestinian prisoners set for Thursday in protest over chaotic scenes during an earlier handover of hostages in Gaza to the Red Cross.
Israeli doctors say five released Thai hostages in "fair" health after 15 months of captivity
CORRECTS ID - Thai hostages who were freed from Hamas, from left to right, Surasak Rumnao, Sathian Suwannakham, Bannawat Saethao, Watchara Sriaoun, and Pongsak Thaenna hold the Thailand flag in Israel,
Middle East Latest: Militants in Gaza Release 8 Thai and Israeli Hostages
Militants in the Gaza Strip have released eight hostages, handing them over to the Red Cross amid chaotic crowds as part of a swap in which 110 Palestinians are to be released from Israeli prisons lat
Butler Eagle2h
8 hostages released from Gaza in exchange for 110 Palestinian prisoners
Hamas released eight hostages on Thursday — five Thai farm workers and three dual German-Israeli nationals — in exchange for ...
In Thailand, Faraway Vigil for Hostages Ends in Happy Tears
The father of a Thai farmhand who was held hostage in Gaza for 15 months could barely get the words out at hearing the news of his son’s release.
Bangkok Post on MSN13h
Thailand, Israel consider free trade negotiations
Thailand and Israel have expressed interest in negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA) to enhance trade and investment ...
After the initial ecstasy of freedom, released Israeli hostages face a long road to recovery
Fifteen Israeli hostages were released from more than 15 months of captivity in Gaza over the past two weeks TEL AVIV, Israel — When Ilana Gritzewsky returned to Israel after being held captive in ...