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Perth Now
14 hours ago
- Perth Now
Travel warning for hotspot after airport bomb
The Australian government has issued a fresh travel warning for Thailand following the discovery of a bomb near Phuket International Airport. Smart Traveller, the government's travel advisory body, said Thai authorities had discovered the explosive device this week. 'There's an ongoing risk of terrorism in Thailand,' the advisory, released on Saturday morning, reads. 'Popular tourist areas may be the target of terrorist attacks anywhere across Thailand, including Bangkok and Phuket. 'Phuket International Airport has increased security measures from June 26 and advised passengers to arrive well ahead of flights. 'This follows discovery of an explosive device near the airport this week. Thailand is a popular travel destination for Australian travellers. iStock Credit: istock 'Thai authorities defused devices in Phuket, Krabi and Phang Nga this week and have made related arrests in recent days.' Phuket, renowned for its gorgeous beaches and vibrant night-life, is a major destination for Australian travellers. The government recommends Australian travellers exercise a 'high degree of caution' in Thailand overall due to security and safety risks. A 'reconsider your need to travel' warning is in place for the country's Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat provinces in the far-south. 'Co-ordinated attacks have occurred in the southern provinces,' the advisory reads. Tourists flock to Phuket for its splendid beaches and delicious food. iStock Credit: istock 'The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could lead to an increased threat of attacks against Israeli interests in other regions. Be alert to possible threats. Take official warnings seriously and follow the advice of local authorities.' The government also advises travellers to be alert to political protests and drink and food spiking. 'Don't leave food or drinks unattended,' the advisory states. 'Stay with people you trust at bars, nightclubs and in taxis.' Thailand is also tightening its drug laws, travellers have been warned. The country has recriminalised cannabis three years after decriminalising the drug.
West Australian
14 hours ago
- West Australian
Smart Traveller issues fresh travel warning for Thailand on security fears
The Australian government has issued a fresh travel warning for Thailand following the discovery of a bomb near Phuket International Airport. Smart Traveller, the government's travel advisory body, said Thai authorities had discovered the explosive device this week. 'There's an ongoing risk of terrorism in Thailand,' the advisory, released on Saturday morning, reads. 'Popular tourist areas may be the target of terrorist attacks anywhere across Thailand, including Bangkok and Phuket. 'Phuket International Airport has increased security measures from June 26 and advised passengers to arrive well ahead of flights. 'This follows discovery of an explosive device near the airport this week. 'Thai authorities defused devices in Phuket, Krabi and Phang Nga this week and have made related arrests in recent days.' Phuket, renowned for its gorgeous beaches and vibrant night-life, is a major destination for Australian travellers. The government recommends Australian travellers exercise a 'high degree of caution' in Thailand overall due to security and safety risks. A 'reconsider your need to travel' warning is in place for the country's Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat provinces in the far-south. 'Co-ordinated attacks have occurred in the southern provinces,' the advisory reads. 'The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could lead to an increased threat of attacks against Israeli interests in other regions. Be alert to possible threats. Take official warnings seriously and follow the advice of local authorities.' The government also advises travellers to be alert to political protests and drink and food spiking. 'Don't leave food or drinks unattended,' the advisory states. 'Stay with people you trust at bars, nightclubs and in taxis.' Thailand is also tightening its drug laws, travellers have been warned. The country has recriminalised cannabis three years after decriminalising the drug.
Bangkok Post
a day ago
- Bangkok Post
Two more suspected explosive devices found in Krabi, Phuket
KRABI/PHUKET: Two more suspected explosive devices were discovered in these two southern Thai tourist provinces on Friday afternoon, authorities said. In Krabi, police bomb disposal officers successfully disabled a device found near the Pla Bai (sailfish) sculpture plaza at Ao Nang beach at about 2pm. The object, which resembled an artificial rock, had been planted on the seawall near the sculpture in the bustling commercial and tourist zone of Ao Nang. An initial inspection showed that the object, suspected to be a homemade explosive device, was similar in design to one found recently in Phangnga province. Police cordoned off the area to prevent local residents and tourists from entering the area. The location is a well-known photography spot at Ao Nang beach. An explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) team was called in to examine the device. They safely disarmed it and said it had been fitted with a 120-day countdown timer. The EOD team found another suspicious object at Noppharat Thara beach, beneath a banyan tree opposite the staff living quarters of Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park. The item, resembling a PVC pipe about 4–6 inches in length, was retrieved using a rope for safety. Upon inspection, no explosive materials were found. In Phuket, EOD officers destroyed a second suspected object on Patong beach on Friday following statements made by two suspects that two devices had been planted in the area. EOD teams, officers from Provincial Police Region 8 and Phuket police conducted a thorough sweep of the area around 4pm after the first device was discovered and safely destroyed on Thursday. It was buried in the sand beneath a tree about 400 metres from the Bangla Patong police booth, near the Dolphin public park. A search on Friday led authorities to a second site, located about 50 metres from the initial discovery. The device was retrieved and destroyed. On Thursday, bomb squads destroyed suspected explosive devices in Phuket and Krabi following the arrest of two men linked to a suspicious object found at the Phuket airport on Wednesday. Authorities said the devices appeared intended to cause fear rather than damage, but urged the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious objects they see. The two suspects linked to the airport incident — Sulaiman Kacha, 27, and Muhama Wadeng, 29 — were arrested in Muang district of Phangnga on Tuesday. Police seized explosive devices from their car. During questioning, the two men told police that four explosive devices had been planted — one hidden in a motorcycle abandoned near Phuket International Airport, two buried at Patong beach and one at Promthep Cape. The pair reportedly told police that they had two accomplices who remain at large.
India.com
6 days ago
- India.com
Air India Flight From Birmingham To Delhi Diverted To Riyadh Due To This Reason...
New Delhi: An Air India flight from the UK's Birmingham to Delhi was diverted to Riyadh on Saturday night after a bomb threat was reported on board, the airline said on Sunday. The airline confirmed that flight AI114 landed safely in Riyadh, where security checks were carried out. According to flight tracking website Flightradar24, the aircraft took off from Birmingham at 8.26 p.m. and was en route to Delhi when it had to make the emergency diversion. Air India later issued a statement saying that all passengers were safe and efforts were underway to arrange their travel to their final destinations. "The inconvenience caused to our passengers due to this unforeseen disruption is sincerely regretted. Alternative arrangements are being made to fly the passengers to their destinations,' a spokesperson for the airline said. The Tata Group-owned airline has recently taken steps to enhance safety measures following a tragic crash in Ahmedabad on June 12. As part of its response, Air India has introduced more rigorous pre-flight safety checks and temporarily reduced the number of flights to ensure smooth operations. The airline also explained that factors such as airspace restrictions in the Middle East, night curfews at airports in Europe and East Asia, and general air traffic congestion are contributing to delays and cancellations. This is not the first time Air India has faced such a situation recently. On June 13, another Air India flight, AI379, travelling from Thailand's Phuket to New Delhi had to return to Phuket shortly after takeoff due to a bomb threat. The plane, carrying 156 passengers, circled the Andaman Sea before safely landing back at Phuket International Airport. Thai airport authorities confirmed the emergency landing but did not share more details about the nature of the threat. Air India has not made a public statement about that incident.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Hans India
Air India flight from Birmingham to Delhi diverted to Riyadh after bomb threat
An Air India flight from the UK's Birmingham to Delhi was diverted to Riyadh on Saturday night after a bomb threat was reported on board, the airline said on Sunday. The airline confirmed that flight AI114 landed safely in Riyadh, where security checks were carried out. According to flight tracking website Flightradar24, the aircraft took off from Birmingham at 8.26 p.m. and was en route to Delhi when it had to make the emergency diversion. Air India later issued a statement saying that all passengers were safe and efforts were underway to arrange their travel to their final destinations. "The inconvenience caused to our passengers due to this unforeseen disruption is sincerely regretted. Alternative arrangements are being made to fly the passengers to their destinations,' a spokesperson for the airline said. The Tata Group-owned airline has recently taken steps to enhance safety measures following a tragic crash in Ahmedabad on June 12. As part of its response, Air India has introduced more rigorous pre-flight safety checks and temporarily reduced the number of flights to ensure smooth operations. The airline also explained that factors such as airspace restrictions in the Middle East, night curfews at airports in Europe and East Asia, and general air traffic congestion are contributing to delays and cancellations. This is not the first time Air India has faced such a situation recently. On June 13, another Air India flight, AI379, travelling from Thailand's Phuket to New Delhi had to return to Phuket shortly after takeoff due to a bomb threat. The plane, carrying 156 passengers, circled the Andaman Sea before safely landing back at Phuket International Airport. Thai airport authorities confirmed the emergency landing but did not share more details about the nature of the threat. Air India has not made a public statement about that incident.
