This has nothing to do with Thai antisemitism, because it does not exist, it is about Israeli conduct and business dealings, which is why I asked you for "Statements" on your claim. So far the government has done a pretty good job of shooting down the ridiculous claims of a Jewish conspiracy to take over parts of Thailand". Reading all the articles posted I can find very little mention of what religion Israelis are, except where the Rabbi is interviewed in Pai. This is not a religious thing, the Thai's are just fed up with Israelis attitude when they visit Thailand. You then posted the following links: Which I have read, my take on the articles is noted also. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2968628/anutin-swats-away-misinformation-in-pai Posted on 26th Feb 2025: Mr Anutin, who also serves as deputy prime minister, suggested that cultural differences may have contributed to misunderstandings but emphasised that efforts would be made to foster better understanding. This was again after the Pai hospital incident. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3215388/thai-authorities-rebut-claims-of-huge-israeli-presence Posted on 12th Mar 2026: Rumours have circulated frequently on social media about the extent of the Israeli presence in Thailand. Reports of “30,000 Israelis” forming a “promised land” in specific areas were officially denied by Thai authorities in February. Last year Thai authorities stepped in to combat anti-Israeli backlash in Pai in Mae Hong Son, a favourite destination of Israeli travellers. The southern tourist island of Koh Phangan is another popular destination, but there have been complaints there about widespread ownership of land and businesses by Israeli https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/thailand-northern-pai-israeli-paetongtarn-4946631 Posted on 20th Feb 2025: Separately, Thailand’s Immigration Bureau deported four Israeli nationals earlier this month for misconduct at Pai Hospital, according to The Nation. The issue garnered public attention after a doctor shared a post on Feb 4 highlighting the individuals’ recurring disruptive behaviours. “These tourists regularly smoke on hospital property, steal items, and have damaged our emergency room doors,” the doctor wrote on Feb 4, as quoted by Khaosod. “When they do come for treatment, they often refuse basic medical procedures like blood tests and wound care, making it extremely difficult for our staff to help them.” The four Israeli nationals - identified as Daniel Gagaev, 24, Aviv Rom, 26, Emanoel Ashton, 25, and Dan Nisko, 25, had allegedly intimidated medical staff and attempted to enter restricted areas on Feb 2, as confirmed by Pai police officers after reviewing security footage. They were each fined 3,000 baht (US$89) for harassment and causing public disturbance but Immigration Police Commander Lieutenant General Phanumas Boonyalak subsequently ordered the revocation of their visa permits and their deportation on Feb 6, Khaosod reported. They left the country from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport on Feb 13. Following the incident, several businesses in Pai, including restaurants, had also put up “No Israel Here” signs, refusing service to Israeli nationals, The Nation reported. The incident at Pai hospital had also reportedly prompted more social media complaints, over Israelis allegedly causing a nuisance across the town. “The complaints say they are drunk and rowdy … they steal,” police major Kriengkrai Sansalee told the South China Morning Post. “(People say) they come in large groups, spend a little and bargain a lot. Local businesses are affected the most because when they come, other tourists go elsewhere,” he added. As of February this year, 13 Israelis had been charged and deported for crimes ranging from theft to public nuisance, he added, according to the report by South China Morning Post. Local media had reported earlier that representatives of the local communities had filed a petition to the Pai police chief and the Pai District Office on Jan 8, claiming that they are affected by the presence of foreign tourists. According to the Bangkok Post, these representatives requested a probe and legal action against foreigners allegedly working without proper authorisation or holding noisy parties. https://thethaiger.com/news/national/israeli-tourist-arrivals-thailand-forecast-442530 Posted on 9th July 2026 Standard, tourist advertisement piece, no mention of religion.
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