Bodies of three Thai crew to be repatriated before Songkran, says JulapunSmoke pours from the Thai-flagged bulk carrier Mayuree Naree after it was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on March 11. (Photo: Royal Thai Navy spokesperson)The bodies of three Thai crew members of the MV Mayuree Naree, who lost their lives in an attack on the vessel in the Strait of Hormuz are expected to be repatriated to Thailand in time for Songkran, said Labour Minister Julapun Amornvivat. The bodies are expected to arrive during Songkran to allow families to carry out religious rites. Twenty Thai crew members were rescued by the Omani navy, while three were initially reported missing. According to Mr Julapun, there are currently more than 66,000 Thai workers employed in the Middle East.

Source: Bangkok Post April 10, 2026 09:37 UTC