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Pressure movement against Israel in Thailand gains momentum as it combines with street protests

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Over 500 protesters marched on Chabad House in Patong as a major Rosh Hashanah event was cancelled, widening a Sondhi-linked campaign against Israeli influence. ( Source: The Nation )

Phuket tensions rise as over 500 protesters march through Patong to Chabad House, while a major Jewish New Year event is cancelled. Anti-Israel signs, police lines and a widening campaign over foreign businesses and land grip the resort.

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A protest of more than 500 people swept through Patong on Friday, forcing the cancellation of a major Rosh Hashanah gathering at Chabad House. Marchers carried anti-Israel signs and chanted “Free Palestine” as police sealed off the premises and managed traffic. The demonstration followed days of pressure over Jewish events, foreign-linked businesses, landholding and Israeli visitors.

More than 500 protesters marched through Patong on Friday as opposition to Israeli and Jewish-linked activities intensified in Phuket. The protest targeted Chabad House and coincided with planned Jewish New Year celebrations in the resort city. Meanwhile, the main Rosh Hashanah gathering was cancelled at the last minute amid mounting security concerns.

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