webfact Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Sweeping Bangkok terror raids prompt fears of secret detentions By Teeranai Charuvastra, Staff Reporter - Police commandos on Monday raid a building in Bangkok as part of a counterterrorism operation. BANGKOK — A civil rights watchdog called on the military government Thursday to say how many people were arrested during a counterterrorism operation in the capital on Tuesday. Police said Thursday that 10 people were being held by the military in connection with a plot to bomb Suvarnabhumi Airport and other landmarks, but a regional coordinator for Human Rights Watch said the number could be as high as 33. Full story: http://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/crimecourtscalamity/2016/10/13/sweeping-bangkok-terror-raids-prompt-fears-secret-detentions/ -- © Copyright Khaosod English 2016-10-13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGareth2 Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 shades of the 50;s? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NongKhaiKid Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Secrecy here, never ! When the junta took control they promised transparency in all they did and have certainly lived up to their promise ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorri Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Seems these raids are for no real reason, except for the RTP to be seen to be doing something, so far no reason given for this raid, or, the one a few days back. I'm betting it's because these people may just be activists... NOT terrorists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScotBkk Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Seems these raids are for no real reason, except for the RTP to be seen to be doing something, so far no reason given for this raid, or, the one a few days back. I'm betting it's because these people may just be activists... NOT terrorists.RaidsThe other 23 got fined 4,000 bahtSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorri Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Just now, ScotBkk said: Raids The other 23 got fined 4,000 baht Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Is that the students... and why were they find, surely if they were "terrorist" suspects, they would get more than a fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScotBkk Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Is that the students... and why were they find, surely if they were "terrorist" suspects, they would get more than a fine.Your well informed' try reading about Farangs not living at right address DUH !! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorri Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 1 minute ago, ScotBkk said: Your well informed' try reading about Farangs not living at right address DUH !! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Um, this story is about "terror" raids, I'm not interested in farangs and where they live, or don't live... that is just another of Thailand's stupid rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxLee Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 1 hour ago, webfact said: Sweeping Bangkok terror raids prompt fears of secret detentions By Teeranai Charuvastra, Staff Reporter - The seasonal scapegoat hunting is open.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chainarong Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 1 hour ago, NongKhaiKid said: Secrecy here, never ! When the junta took control they promised transparency in all they did and have certainly lived up to their promise ! And some believed that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chainarong Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Unfortunately with a Junta they are a law unto themselves , they will lie to the UN about human rights then deny people basic rights, they don't care what is said about them they don't even care if the country is ruined they only care about themselves, on another level, they are very similar to that other friendly country of Prayut's, China..................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trogers Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 10 minutes ago, chainarong said: Unfortunately with a Junta they are a law unto themselves , they will lie to the UN about human rights then deny people basic rights, they don't care what is said about them they don't even care if the country is ruined they only care about themselves, on another level, they are very similar to that other friendly country of Prayut's, China..................................... Someone had said, "The UN is not my father". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScotBkk Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Um, this story is about "terror" raids, I'm not interested in farangs and where they live, or don't live... that is just another of Thailand's stupid rules.Your really quick on the uptake my friend (Slow) in other words my retort was called - HUMOUR !!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorri Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 3 hours ago, ScotBkk said: Your really quick on the uptake my friend (Slow) in other words my retort was called - HUMOUR !!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk My sense of "humour" seems vastly different to yours. Humour definition: the quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScotBkk Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 My sense of "humour" seems vastly different to yours. Humour definition: the quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech.Are you really That sad mate? If TV members opinions make you so irate try thrashing the missus or kick the dog up the arse or go for a walk. Don't need to vent your anger in public my friend ... I always wanted to be a comedian but everybody just kept laughing at me ..,., Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorri Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 7 hours ago, ScotBkk said: Are you really That sad mate? If TV members opinions make you so irate try thrashing the missus or kick the dog up the arse or go for a walk. Don't need to vent your anger in public my friend ... I always wanted to be a comedian but everybody just kept laughing at me ..,., Wow, you are aggressive. I fail to see any "anger" in my comment, but hey, going by your comments I can see why you would get things wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gk10002000 Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Nothing new here. The military junta that took over can do whatever they want, and probably have. They are not required by anybody or anything to open themselves up in any way, shape or form. They are operating without oversight, or civilian control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coma Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Watch dog knows nothing of counter terrorism ops. They should just shut the .... up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eligius Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 1 hour ago, gk10002000 said: Nothing new here. The military junta that took over can do whatever they want, and probably have. They are not required by anybody or anything to open themselves up in any way, shape or form. They are operating without oversight, or civilian control. Yes, it is scary, isn't it? And certain high-level allegiances have now been formed and deals done that make them - if anything - even more untouchable (hard though that be to imagine!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trogers Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 What have you done to fear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowboat Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 When you allow a military government that has no real mandate and no accountability to anyone inside the country, this should not come as a shock. A kinder, more gentler junta ? Less so than before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenslegs Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 2 hours ago, trogers said: What have you done to fear? Personally, I have nothing to fear as I am not Thai and I do none of the following:- Read a book by George Orwell (in public) Meet with another 4 people to discuss politics Ask questions about the unusual wealth of certain people Question the financial arrangements for a new national monument Criticize a military coup "Like” a facebook post Hold an unpopular opinion regarding the system of government in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srikcir Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 17 hours ago, webfact said: Sweeping Bangkok terror raids prompt fears of secret detentions Shouldn't the headline read, "Sweeping Bangkok terror raids prompt MORE fears of secret detentions" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NongKhaiKid Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 6 minutes ago, chickenslegs said: Personally, I have nothing to fear as I am not Thai and I do none of the following:- Read a book by George Orwell (in public) Meet with another 4 people to discuss politics Ask questions about the unusual wealth of certain people Question the financial arrangements for a new national monument Criticize a military coup "Like” a facebook post Hold an unpopular opinion regarding the system of government in Thailand. I'm sure you've stepped on the cracks of the footpath which must convey some subliminal message that's somehow illegal ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgordo38 Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 4 hours ago, gk10002000 said: They are operating without oversight, or civilian control. Even after an election this will not change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 17 hours ago, NongKhaiKid said: Secrecy here, never ! When the junta took control they promised transparency in all they did and have certainly lived up to their promise ! All politicians promise transparency when running for election....then pull down the shutters if they get in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stargeezr Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 To all you commenters, I hope you are now wondering what your lives will be like for the next few months.. I am thinking that your lives, at least for the expats in Thailand will be changed as of today.. I am hoping to have a real great Holiday in Thailand after Jan2 2017. Good Luck to you all until then. For myself, I have not had a negative attitude of the present Government and of he military, as they have a very difficult job to do, especially now. I do remember the past, and it was not as rosy as some of you seem to remember Geezer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisY1 Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Not trying to justify these raids, but these same tactics are happening everywhere now. A lot of innocents being terrorised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bark Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 18 hours ago, NongKhaiKid said: Secrecy here, never ! When the junta took control they promised transparency in all they did and have certainly lived up to their promise ! Yes, go tell Terrorist, " We are coming to arrest you, at 7:30 pm " Good Idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bark Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 6 minutes ago, ChrisY1 said: Not trying to justify these raids, but these same tactics are happening everywhere now. A lot of innocents being terrorised. Note the signs at construction sites across the country. " Safety First " . Nothing else matters when it comes to stopping these animals. And remember all the information, is coming from USA, Australia, British , Russian intel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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