Three Thai crew confirmed deadForeign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow speaks at a media briefing regarding the situation the Middle East on Wednesday. (screenshot)Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Wednesday confirmed the deaths of three Thai crew members who went missing following an attack on the vessel MV Mayuree Naree in the Strait of Hormuz last month amid the Middle East conflict. Twenty Thai crew members were rescued by the Omani navy, while three were initially reported missing. During a media briefing on the Middle East situation, Mr Sihasak confirmed that all three missing crew members had been killed and expressed his condolences to the deceased’s families. Mr Sihasak urged Thai citizens still in affected countries to use this two‑week period to return to Thailand, warning that the situation remains uncertain.

Source: Bangkok Post April 08, 2026 13:07 UTC