Amidst the sorrow and shock of a recent tragedy that unfolded in Israel, a Thai family has implored their government to assist in the repatriation of their loved one who was tragically killed in a mortar attack. The incident occurred on Tuesday and resulted in the unfortunate demise of a Thai labourer named, Phongphat Suchat, a native of Si Sa Ket province in Thailand.
The sudden surge of disaster found its target near Phongphat Suchat along with another Thai worker while they were at their work location. The 29-year-old man’s elder brother, Surat Suchat, was present at the scene when the merciless incident punctuated a tragic end to his brother’s life, manifesting the capricious nature of existence.
Recalling the harrowing events, Surat stated that the mortar round had detonated with barely a warning. In a chilling recount of the incident, he shared that a siren had sounded a mere five seconds before the explosion occurred. The aftermath of the attack was dealt with by Israeli military personnel who were in charge of removing the bodies from the location of the attack.
In the light of this tragic incident, Phongphat Suchat’s devastated family, comprising his brother Surat, his 53-year-old mother, Phraiwan Suchat, and his 30-year-old wife, Warunee Daosai, have made a heartfelt plea to the Prime Minister, Srettha Thavisin. They seek his leadership and authority in facilitating the transportation of their beloved relative’s body back to their native village, Ban Krachaeng Muang, located in the Kantharalak district.
The incident has had significant repercussions on the Thai workforce residing in the region, triggering a wave of fear and anxieties that has deterred many from reporting to their duties. The psychological impact of the incident has led Surat, supported by 59 fellow labourers, to decide upon leaving Israel never to return, reinforcing the mounting terror among the labourers.
A disturbing narrative was shared on Monday by an individual known as SuperBallAI on Twitter which narrated the details of a petrifying escape from a labour camp to a military shelter, only to be sold off to another employer. “I ran for my life with only a single backpack in my hand. I desperately want to go home, but I was sold to a new employer instead,” he stated.
In response to these unsettling reports, Pairoj Chotikasathien, permanent secretary for labour, sought clarification from the Thai labour attaché in Israel and learned that such practices were permissible under Israeli law. In an effort to provide support and assistance, the labour attaché in Tel Aviv has been directed to visit Thai workers who have taken shelter temporarily across various parts of the country. They are also helping them to register their return back to Thailand.
As of the present moment, the Thai government has arranged free flights for approximately 5,000 Thai labourers who have registered to return home. Find more such relayed information from The Thaiger on our new Facebook page HERE.
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