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Samui Frenchman sought after deportation order

Thai immigration officers in Surat Thani are trying to locate French national Kevin Dimino on Koh Samui to formally notify him of a deportation order signed by Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul.

Officials believe Dimino may already know about the order and could be in hiding. The case follows a dispute involving Israeli national Yaacov Ohayon, who has also been ordered deported and is being held pending removal from Thailand.

Immigration search under way

The Ministry of Interior order, No. 2354/2569, directs that Dimino be deported from the kingdom. Authorities cited alleged threatening, harassment and assaultive behaviour, causing public nuisance, creating serious racial and religious division including among tourists, and reckless conduct that could endanger others.

The allegations relate to events on Koh Samui. A reporter who visited outside the animal zoo found the area quiet, with no tourists and no apparent activity from staff or Dimino's Thai wife.

Immigration records checked by Surat Thani Immigration show that Dimino, who is married to a Thai national, has operated a pet cafe on Koh Samui for about nine years.

Israeli man held pending removal

Ohayon is currently being detained at Koh Samui Police Station in Surat Thani while awaiting deportation. Immigration records show he has held a business visa and run a restaurant on Koh Samui for five years.

Speaking through a close associate, Ohayon denied threatening anyone and said he respected Thailand and its laws.

"I respect Thailand, the local legal system, and all tourists should respect it too," he said. "I never thought I would be deported for expressing opposition to a Palestinian flag on Koh Samui. I do not think this war should happen on this island."

He added: "I would like to stress again that I never threatened them. I only told Kevin my opinion about bringing a flag to display on this island."

Both men have the right under the legal process to appeal to the prime minister for the deportation orders to be revoked within seven days of being notified.

Authorities stressed that foreigners of every nationality who live on or visit Koh Samui must follow Thai law strictly and must not create problems for Thailand or island residents. They also urged the public not to judge whole nationalities by the actions of individuals.

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Oliver Holzerfilled Gold Member

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1 hour ago, John Drake said:

So now he is also a fugitive from justice. Lock him up.

He could have started the road to redemption by facing his punishment, but it seems he chose to hide. Bet he would have planted trees along the Champs-Élysées during the run up to WWII.

ronnie50 Platinum Member

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They'll both be deported in order to make a point.

I still don't think the Frenchman should be deported - maybe neither of them (if it's true the Israeli guy with a business here didn't threaten violence). The French guy has a family here, and he's been running a business for a long time with his Thai wife. I don't agree with the shooting range image, but i do think public sentiment worldwide (except the brainwashed USA) feel it's time to widely refuse entry to those holding Israeli passports - or at least make them apply for a visa in their country and scrutinize them case by case.

Basically, all Israelis are now responsible for the murders and ethnic cleansing and occupation of Paletinian Territories. All countries should ban all of them from entry.

Edited by ronnie50

UbonEagle Advanced Member

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As I said before... Run a business in Thailand and get involved in this sort of thing...both learnt a life lesson there

Sir Dude Gold Member

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(edited)

Okay, clearly this is just setting up the MO for later, so that minor minions can do the same... it's about getting everyone used to it.

The slow creep of authoritarianism here in Thailand continues. Anutin is just a simp stooge frontman for more sinister puppeteers, that dislike the limelight, and want control from the shadows.

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save the frogs Star Member

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2 hours ago, ronnie50 said:

All countries should ban all of them from entry.

But they are not banned from entry.

So you think it's ok for anyone and everyone to act hostile towards Israelis because they don't approve of the war in Gaza?

Nick Carter icp Star Member

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2 hours ago, ronnie50 said:

Basically, all Israelis are now responsible for the murders and ethnic cleansing and occupation of Paletinian Territories. All countries should ban all of them from entry.

You would then have to ban all Burmese from Thailand as well , and Russians as well

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2 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

But they are not banned from entry.

So you think it's ok for anyone and everyone to act hostile towards Israelis because they don't approve of the war in Gaza?

I don't think refusing visas or entry to any given country is acting hostile. As for banning entry to Israelis, there comes a point when a country that is guilty of war crimes such as Israel's leaders are accused (they represent all of Israel), and when the population does not rise up to overthrow said regime, then the entire populace needs to be seen in the same light. Germans said they just followed orders or were simply civilians - but the truth was different wasn't it. The same thing is happening now.

save the frogs Star Member

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17 minutes ago, Sir Dude said:

Okay, clearly this is just setting up the MO for later, so that minor minions can do the same... it's about getting everyone used to it.

The slow creep of authoritarianism here in Thailand continues. Anutin is just a simp stooge frontman for more sinister puppeteers, that dislike the limelight, and want control from the shadows.

It's your opinion that it's authoritarianism.

I haven't given much thought to what constitutes valid reasons for deportation, but I'm not so quick to dismiss this incident as trivial.

save the frogs Star Member

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Just now, ronnie50 said:

I don't think refusing visas or entry to any given country is acting hostile.

You don't know what trade deals or dependencies exist between Thailand and Israel.

A major action like banning all entry to Israelis may have major political repercussions.

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5 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

You would then have to ban all Burmese from Thailand as well , and Russians as well

Not Burmese. Russians maybe - except the Russian regime, while warlike, is not systematically murdering and ethnically cleansing Ukraine is it? Not at all like Israel in Gaza. Russia started a war, yes. Is it in the wrong? Yes, IMO. Not the same as Israel - but deserves the sanctions it's getting. And many countries are not allowing Russians to enter.

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4 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

You don't know what trade deals or dependencies exist between Thailand and Israel.

A major action like banning all entry to Israelis may have major political repercussions.

Of course it would.

Sir Dude Gold Member

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9 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

It's your opinion that it's authoritarianism.

I haven't given much thought to what constitutes valid reasons for deportation, but I'm not so quick to dismiss this incident as trivial.

Well, that's what forums are for (giving opinion), and no opinion = no postes, and that would be boring.

As for the "haven't given it much thought" bit, then maybe you should before you tell me "It's just my opinion", as you clearly don't have one either but think it's okay to trash mine even though you haven't got one on the topic just yet.... poor optics man. Maybe solidify your stance before saying anything that reflects your indecision.

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Nick Carter icp Star Member

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3 hours ago, ronnie50 said:

Basically, all Israelis are now responsible for the murders and ethnic cleansing and occupation of Paletinian Territories.

18 minutes ago, ronnie50 said:

As for banning entry to Israelis, there comes a point when a country that is guilty of war crimes such as Israel's leaders are accused (they represent all of Israel),

12 minutes ago, ronnie50 said:

is not systematically murdering and ethnically cleansing Ukraine is it? Not at all like Israel in Gaza.

Ronnie, on this occasion I will be giving that topic a swerve this time .

This story is about a Frenchman in Thailand , this isnt about the Gaza war .

You are desperately trying to turn this thread into a discussion about the Gaza war .

I will not be joining in with that .

Samui Frenchman sought after deportation order

Georgealbert Star Member

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UPDATE

French Koh Samui zoo owner held for deportation

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