US Lifts Terror Alert In Thailand: Ministry Of Foreign Affairs

[flying]

meh..............

They (USA) actually as of Jan 24th warn you about pretty much anywhere in the world.

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world

http://bangkok.usemb..._wwcaution.html

So called war on terror making anyone feel safer?

Edited February 4, 2012 by flying

[SouthernMan3]

hahaha, farang stay home. Too many tourists in Thailand.

Great attitude.

I don't particularly like falang tourists either.

But, have some compassion for the Thais whose income depends on tourism......

[KeyserSoze01]

Perhaps not for long.

http://www.zerohedge...n-strike-threat

ABC reports that "Israeli facilities in North America -- and around the world -- are on high alert, according to an internal security document obtained by ABC News that predicted the threat from Iran against Jewish targets will increase. "We predict that the threat on our sites around the world will increase … on both our guarded sites and 'soft' sites," stated a letter circulated by the head of security for the Consul General for the Mid-Atlantic States.

[xthAi76s]

meh..............

They (USA) actually as of Jan 24th warn you about pretty much anywhere in the world.

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world

http://bangkok.usemb..._wwcaution.html

So called war on terror making anyone feel safer?

Yes, it's tough being #1. Always smaller guys biting at your ankles. Yes, I do feel much safer due to the US war on terror. Thanks for asking.

[hawker9000]

Interesting that while leaving from Suvarnabhumi on the 29th, everyone boarding the direct flight to LAX was searched AT THE GATE. The security checkpoint was operating normally, but at the entry point for the gate for this flight ALL carry-ons were opened and searched pretty much the way a customs officer might do it, and EVERYONE was patted down. 'Didn't see this going on anywhere else (and it certainly would've been labor-intensive to do so...). 'Can't help but wonder if this had something to do with circumstances surrounding this alert.

[wxyz]

it is still there

Emergency Message to U.S. Citizens: Possible Terrorist Threat

This message alerts U.S. citizens in Thailand that foreign terrorists may be currently looking to conduct attacks against tourist areas in Bangkok in the near future.

U.S. citizens are urged to exercise caution when visiting public areas where large groups of Western tourists gather in Bangkok.

U.S. citizens are encouraged to maintain a heightened awareness when out in public; be alert for unattended packages/bags in public/crowded places and report any suspicious behavior to the nearest law enforcement personnel. We also encourage you to keep a low profile in public areas, particularly areas frequented by foreign tourists.

http://bangkok.usemb...ncymessage.html

Thailand Country Specific Information

THREATS TO SAFETY AND SECURITY: The State Department is concerned that there is a continued risk of terrorism in Southeast Asia, including in Thailand. While traveling in Thailand you should exercise caution, especially in locations where Westerners congregate, such as clubs, discos, bars, restaurants, hotels, places of worship, schools, outdoor recreation venues, tourist areas, beach resorts, and other places frequented by foreigners. You should remain vigilant with regard to your personal security and avoid crowds and demonstrations.

http://travel.state....s/cis_1040.html

Worldwide Caution January 24, 2012

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated July 26, 2011, to provide updated information on security threats and terrorist activities worldwide.

The Department of State remains concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks, demonstrations, and other violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests overseas. Current information suggests that al-Qaida, its affiliated organizations, and other terrorist organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks against U.S. interests in multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics including suicide operations, assassinations, kidnappings, hijackings, and bombings.

http://travel.state....pa/pa_4787.html

Edited February 5, 2012 by wxyz

[americaninbangkok]

Interesting that while leaving from Suvarnabhumi on the 29th, everyone boarding the direct flight to LAX was searched AT THE GATE. The security checkpoint was operating normally, but at the entry point for the gate for this flight ALL carry-ons were opened and searched pretty much the way a customs officer might do it, and EVERYONE was patted down. 'Didn't see this going on anywhere else (and it certainly would've been labor-intensive to do so...). 'Can't help but wonder if this had something to do with circumstances surrounding this alert.

This screening at the gate is 'normal' practice for flights to certain countries. Why? Because "the security checkpoint was operating normally". And if you took a close look at what 'normally' means here, you would understand why some countries want additional security for flights heading their way.

Edited February 5, 2012 by americaninbangkok

[Scott]

Off-topic posts have been removed.

[nikster]

meh..............

They (USA) actually as of Jan 24th warn you about pretty much anywhere in the world.

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world

http://bangkok.usemb..._wwcaution.html

So called war on terror making anyone feel safer?

Yes, it's tough being #1. Always smaller guys biting at your ankles. Yes, I do feel much safer due to the US war on terror. Thanks for asking.

Let me guess, you love FOX news?

Not going to debate whether the USA is #1 or not - I love the country, but it sure looks like an empire in decline. It's #1 in many things, foreign debt for example, or percentage of the population kept in prison...

But the war on terror is one of those really retarded ideas that cynical natures would attribute to an attempt to keep their own populace under control. Afghanistan after 9/11 - everyone agreed that that was basically required. Everything after that - a huge mistake. One thing I am absolutely sure about is that every drone strike in Pakistan creates 10 or 50 new future "terrorists". And that's regardless of whether the drone strikes its intended target, or, say, a wedding (as has been known to happen - whoops!).

The only thing stupider than the war on terror is the war on drugs...

The USA is still going to save the world and that's by virtue of the #occupy movement. But the sooner they shut down their various infinite unwinnable wars, the better for everyone.

Edited February 5, 2012 by nikster

[metisdead]

An off topic post has been removed.

[wxyz]

The only time this group is required to tell the truth to non members of their group is when they declare war, and they have not only in recent years repeatedly but from the beginning of their group.

meh..............

They (USA) actually as of Jan 24th warn you about pretty much anywhere in the world.

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world

http://bangkok.usemb..._wwcaution.html

So called war on terror making anyone feel safer?

Yes, it's tough being #1. Always smaller guys biting at your ankles. Yes, I do feel much safer due to the US war on terror. Thanks for asking.

Let me guess, you love FOX news?

Not going to debate whether the USA is #1 or not - I love the country, but it sure looks like an empire in decline. It's #1 in many things, foreign debt for example, or percentage of the population kept in prison...

But the war on terror is one of those really retarded ideas that cynical natures would attribute to an attempt to keep their own populace under control. Afghanistan after 9/11 - everyone agreed that that was basically required. Everything after that - a huge mistake. One thing I am absolutely sure about is that every drone strike in Pakistan creates 10 or 50 new future "terrorists". And that's regardless of whether the drone strikes its intended target, or, say, a wedding (as has been known to happen - whoops!).

The only thing stupider than the war on terror is the war on drugs...

The USA is still going to save the world and that's by virtue of the #occupy movement. But the sooner they shut down their various infinite unwinnable wars, the better for everyone.

The only time this group is required to tell the truth to non members of their group is when they declare war, and they have not only in recent years repeatedly but from the beginning of their group.

Edited February 5, 2012 by wxyz

[Buchholz]

US Lifts Terror Alert In Thailand: Ministry Of Foreign Affairs

another goof/lie/misstatement/exaggeration/deception by the clowns at Foreign Ministry?

it is still there

Emergency Message to U.S. Citizens: Possible Terrorist Threat

This message alerts U.S. citizens in Thailand that foreign terrorists may be currently looking to conduct attacks against tourist areas in Bangkok in the near future.

U.S. citizens are urged to exercise caution when visiting public areas where large groups of Western tourists gather in Bangkok.

U.S. citizens are encouraged to maintain a heightened awareness when out in public; be alert for unattended packages/bags in public/crowded places and report any suspicious behavior to the nearest law enforcement personnel. We also encourage you to keep a low profile in public areas, particularly areas frequented by foreign tourists.

http://bangkok.usemb...ncymessage.html

Thailand Country Specific Information

THREATS TO SAFETY AND SECURITY: The State Department is concerned that there is a continued risk of terrorism in Southeast Asia, including in Thailand. While traveling in Thailand you should exercise caution, especially in locations where Westerners congregate, such as clubs, discos, bars, restaurants, hotels, places of worship, schools, outdoor recreation venues, tourist areas, beach resorts, and other places frequented by foreigners. You should remain vigilant with regard to your personal security and avoid crowds and demonstrations.

http://travel.state....s/cis_1040.html

Worldwide Caution January 24, 2012

The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated July 26, 2011, to provide updated information on security threats and terrorist activities worldwide.

The Department of State remains concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks, demonstrations, and other violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests overseas. Current information suggests that al-Qaida, its affiliated organizations, and other terrorist organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks against U.S. interests in multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics including suicide operations, assassinations, kidnappings, hijackings, and bombings.

http://travel.state....pa/pa_4787.html

Edited February 5, 2012 by Buchholz

[yellow1red1]

good to hear it's, now, just as safe as travelling in america!!! 5555555555555

[Moruya]

So the warning is still there? I wonder if the Foreign Minister has carpetted Ms Kenney.....

[Jingthing]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

[gopnarak]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

[wxyz]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

When you side with terrorists, expect to wake up without your head, elected or not elected, a terrorist is a terrorist is a terrorist.

Edited February 6, 2012 by wxyz

[webfact]

US lifts terrorism warning, seven other nations retain warning

The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The US government has lifted terrorism warning for its citizens who live and may travel to Thailand, Thai Foreign Minister Surapong Towichukchaikul said Monday.

Surapong said seven other countries have not lifted the terrorism warning so he instructed Foreign Ministry Spokesman Thani Thongpakdi to call the embassies of the nations to consider lifting the warning.

The seven other countries are Italy, Germany, Canada, Australia, Japan and South Korea.

-- The Nation 2012-02-06

[Jingthing]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

Please don't pretend that you don't understand. Such attacks if they occur would not be attacks ON Thailand, they would be attacks IN Thailand against perceived enemy western CIVILIAN targets. If you suggest Hezbollah is incapable of that, you're just wrong. (Evidence -- ARGENTINA.) Edited February 6, 2012 by Jingthing

[gopnarak]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

When you side with terrorists, expect to wake up without your head, elected or not elected, a terrorist is a terrorist is a terrorist.

You mean there a cases where democratically elected governments can be also called terrorists?

And for the sake of your own head the best choice is not to side up with them?

Thailand doesn't want to bully, attack or terrorise anyone. Thailand foreign policy is to have friendly relationships with other countries, bases on mutual respect.

[Jingthing]

I totally agree that Thailand is not at "war" with Lebanon, Israel, the US, Iran, Hezbollah, etc. but that doesn't mean there aren't non-Thai targets in Thailand that Hezbollah (a proxy force for Iran) wouldn't be interested in the likely event of an Israeli bombing of Iranian targets. Again, evidence, Argentina.

Edited February 6, 2012 by Jingthing

[cdnvic]

Deleted an off topic argument. Stick to the topic, which is the terror alert for Thailand being recinded.

[metisdead]

An off topic troll post has been removed as well as the replies to that post.

[gopnarak]

US lifts terrorism warning, seven other nations retain warning

The Nation

...

The seven other countries are Italy, Germany, Canada, Australia, Japan and South Korea.

-- The Nation 2012-02-06

SEVEN?

1 Italy

2 Germany

3 Canada

4 Australia

5 Japan

6 South Korea

7 ???

[wxyz]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

When you side with terrorists, expect to wake up without your head, elected or not elected, a terrorist is a terrorist is a terrorist.

You mean there a cases where democratically elected governments can be also called terrorists?

And for the sake of your own head the best choice is not to side up with them?

Thailand doesn't want to bully, attack or terrorise anyone. Thailand foreign policy is to have friendly relationships with other countries, bases on mutual respect.

Yes of course there are. "It is enough that the people know there was an election. The people who cast the votes decide nothing. The people who count the votes decide everything". - Joseph Stalin

Most people and countries do not want to bully anybody, but there are many that do want to bully, just look to the southern provinces, they want to bully the non members of their group to leave and bully Thailand into granting them an independent country, as if 57 countries of that group are not enough, maybe they have a long term plan, ya think?

Edited February 6, 2012 by wxyz

[gopnarak]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

Please don't pretend that you don't understand. Such attacks if they occur would not be attacks ON Thailand, they would be attacks IN Thailand against perceived enemy western CIVILIAN targets. If you suggest Hezbollah is incapable of that, you're just wrong. (Evidence -- ARGENTINA.)

You are just wrong:

TOPIC: US Lifts Terror Alert In Thailand.

Hezbollah will not launch terror attacks IN Thailand. Period.

So please stop trolling or post things that are off topic. ARGENTINA???

[cdnvic]

Seriously.... next poster to ignore the topic is going away. If you guys can't control yourselves, I will.

[KeyserSoze01]

Back to what the warning was about. If you think Hezbollah isn't still operational in Thailand, you are very naive. They have been here for years and are still here. Given the good chance that Israel will bomb Iran's nuclear targets in May or June, the terror potential certainly still exists here as if that happens Iran's proxies will be given the green light anywhere they can.

Hezbollah is part of the elected government in Lebanon. Thailand isn't at war with Lebanon.

Thailand is not at war with Iran, nor planning to attack them.

More than that, Thailand made clear that they have a friendly relationship with these countries.

And i think they made all pretty clear that they don't want get involved in your wars of terror.

Nothing you have said refutes the fact that Hezbollah operatives were found in Thailand with bomb making material. It is naive at best and ignorant at worst to think that terrorist do not use nuetral, third-party countries in order to run their organizations.

The only question is whether they intended to use the materials in Thailand to explode a device -or- whether the materials were slted for shipment overseas. Obviously, some of the materials were being shipped abroad. Had there not been a credible threat in Thailand, the alerts would not have been issued. Is that so hard to understand?

[alstaxi]

US lifts terrorism warning, seven other nations retain warning

The Nation

BANGKOK: -- The US government has lifted terrorism warning for its citizens who live and may travel to Thailand, Thai Foreign Minister Surapong Towichukchaikul said Monday.

Surapong said seven other countries have not lifted the terrorism warning so he instructed Foreign Ministry Spokesman Thani Thongpakdi to call the embassies of the nations to consider lifting the warning.

The seven other countries are Italy, Germany, Canada, Australia, Japan and South Korea.

-- The Nation 2012-02-06

Maybe those countries have enough intelligence to remove the warning when what it was that caused them to put the warning in place has been sufficiently dealt with, besides, of course the Thai style, wishing, and hoping method of dealing with problems.

[wxyz]

Why do these people mistakenly believe they have the right to commit these crimes against humanity?

There is no justification for it, nor can there ever be.

Edited February 6, 2012 by wxyz