Thai authorities have expressed growing frustration over the influx of foreign nationals, particularly Israelis, who enter the country as tourists, overstay their visas, and engage in business activities, including ventures deemed illegal by local law.
In one recent case, several young Israelis were arrested at a villa in Ban Sri Thanu on the island of Koh Phangan, known for its beachside bungalows and party culture. Police said the arrests were part of a wider operation targeting foreign nationals suspected of violating visa conditions. The men, reportedly recently discharged from military service, were accused of holding a drug-fueled party to mark the end of the Gaza war.
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