The Thai Foreign Ministry has instructed Thai nationals to avoid unnecessary travel to Syria, due to the uncertain political situation following the toppling of President Bashar Assad’s government by opposition rebels on December 8.
The Thai Embassy in Tehran, Iran, which also covers Syria, reported that it has contacted 23 Thai nationals in Syria since the political chaos began last week.
All 23 Thais are currently safe and the embassy is prepared to facilitate their evacuation if needed.
Of the 23, 22 reside in the capital city of Damascus, while one lives in Daraa, near the border with Jordan. They include masseurs, students and those married to Syrians.
The Thai Embassy in Iran will closely monitor the situation, maintain communication with Thai nationals in Syria and provide assistance as necessary.
It has urged those in Syria to stay up to date on the situation through all available channels and to avoid travel within the country.
