Threat escalated: Those responsible for the murder of a Chabad emissary are preparing to carry out an attack in Thailand

November 30, 2024   

The National Security Headquarters (NSH) updated the public this evening (Saturday night) about the worsening terrorist threat against Israelis in Southeast Asian countries - with an emphasis on Thailand. Jerusalem wants mountain air: These are the vehicles that are banned from entering the city Intelligence received indicates that the terrorist infrastructure that carried out the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in Dubai is planning additional terrorist activities, according to the assessment of all relevant security agencies in the Southeast Asian arena, with an emphasis on Thailand. In light of the increasing threat, the National Security Council recommends that all Israelis residing in Southeast Asian countries adhere to the following recommendations: 1. Avoid visiting places associated with Israel/Jews. 2. Maintain increased vigilance in public places (including restaurants, hotels, bars, etc.). 3. Avoid displaying Israeli symbols. 4. Cooperate with local security forces, obey their instructions, and report to the local police immediately if you have been exposed to terrorist activity. The National Security Headquarters' travel warning hotline should then be updated at 026667444. 5. Avoid posting travel details on social media and posting photos and visit details before the trip and in real time, including in various groups that focus on tourism abroad. 6. It is generally recommended to lock profiles on social media and avoid sharing. 7. Avoid sharing any details indicating service in the security forces, both on social media and in conversations with foreigners. "Israeli security officials continue to work with all relevant partners in order to remove the threat," the NSC statement said. A NSC security source told Channel 12: "This is the same terrorist infrastructure that sent the mercenaries to murder Zvi Kogan in Dubai. It is planning terrorist acts in Southeast Asia, with an emphasis on Thailand, against Israelis. "The arrests and investigation in Dubai led to the conclusion that these are terrorist elements trying to copy the same method of operation to other places, and currently their effort is to carry out such an attack in Thailand. Therefore, vigilance and caution are required from Israelis in Bangkok and on the islands. If there are any developments, the Israelis there will be informed.".