BANGKOK, Thailand – Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul chaired an urgent meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assess escalating tensions in the Middle East and review assistance measures for Thai nationals in the region. The Situation Monitoring Center session was attended by Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow, senior ministry officials, and Thai ambassadors and consuls-general stationed across the Middle East.
Officials received updates on ongoing hostilities and evacuation preparedness. Urasa Mongkolnavin, director-general of the Department of South Asia, Middle East and Africa, presented an assessment based on field reports and international media, indicating that fighting could continue for weeks to come.
According to the briefing, strikes have continued in Tehran, targeting strategic infrastructure and some civilian sites. Iran is currently in a period of political transition following the loss of its Supreme Leader, with an interim council overseeing the situation while the succession process continues. Israeli operations against Iranian targets have persisted, while Hezbollah has launched attacks in central and northern Israel.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established a 24-hour monitoring center to track developments and coordinate with Thai missions throughout the region. Authorities said information is being reviewed in real time to ensure swift response and continued support for Thai citizens in affected areas. (NNT)
