Joy and relief for parents of Thai hostages released by Hamas


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BANGKOK: The relatives of Thai hostages freed by Hamas brimmed over with happiness after hearing the good news of their release.

Udon Thani natives Watchara Sri-uan and Surasak Lamnao are among five Thai hostages being released on Thursday (Jan 30) after being detained for more than a year since the Hamas raids on Israel on October 7, 2023.

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