Thailand Imposes Nighttime Curfew in Narathiwat Amid Bombings and Violence

A nighttime curfew has been imposed on residents in Thailand's Narathiwat province following a series of bombings and violent incidents that began last Saturday. The curfew, enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. local time, has instilled fear among the local population.

One resident, Sukri Dollah, 30, described the bombings as not entirely new but expressed that the recent series of violence has caused significant unease. "We are afraid to go out at night because we worry that explosions will happen again," he told Utusan Malaysia. While daytime activities remain largely unaffected, nighttime hours are a period of heightened anxiety.

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We are afraid to go out at night because we worry that explosions will happen again.

Halimah Roni, 55, added that authorities have cordoned off village areas, preventing outsiders from entering during operations to search for suspects believed to be hiding in coconut plantations. "This tense situation constantly worries me, especially the safety of my children who go out to earn a living. We feel safe during the day, but at night, residents' movements here are limited," she stated.

The ongoing security situation has disrupted the daily lives of residents, with a palpable sense of fear permeating the community, particularly after dark. The measures taken by authorities aim to restore order and apprehend those responsible for the violence.

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This tense situation constantly worries me, especially the safety of my children who go out to earn a living. Siang hari rasa selamat tetapi malamnya pergerakan penduduk di sini terbatas.