BANGKOK (The Nation Thailand/ANN): The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has detected numerous reconnaissance drones flying over military installations and government agencies across several key areas of Thailand, according to a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Saturday.
The RTAF described these flights as a serious threat and warned that the drones appear to be involved in espionage activities, potentially targeting critical military and civilian infrastructure.
Military and national security personnel have been authorised to deploy anti-drone systems and neutralise the threats immediately. Offenders may face charges of espionage, which carry severe penalties, including life imprisonment or even the death penalty.
The air force noted that drone surveillance is particularly concerning amid the ongoing tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border, as such technology poses a grave risk to both national security and public safety.
In a statement, the government advised the public to report any sightings or suspicious activity involving drones — especially those being operated illegally — via the national security hotline 1374 or by contacting their nearest government agency, available 24 hours a day. - The Nation Thailand/ANN
