Title: The Hamas crisis in Israel: the evacuation of Thai workers
Introduction :
The recent crisis between Israel and Hamas has had a considerable impact on the Thai population working in Israel. Indeed, many Thai workers were trapped by the violence and attacks, and had to be urgently evacuated to their country of origin. In this article, we will look at the situation of these Thai workers and the repatriation policy put in place by the Thai government.
The dream of a better life:
For many Thai workers, going to work in Israel represented hope for a better life. Originally from the poor regions of northern Thailand, these workers took jobs on Israeli farms in the 1980s, replacing Palestinian labor. More than 20,000 Thai workers still live in Israel, demonstrating the importance of this workforce to the country.
The Hamas crisis and the evacuation of Thai workers:
When the crisis broke out between Israel and Hamas, many Thai workers found themselves trapped in the violence. Some were killed or injured, while others were taken hostage. Faced with this dramatic situation, the Thai government had to intervene quickly to repatriate its nationals safely.
The repatriation of Thai workers:
Since the start of the crisis, the Thai government has implemented a repatriation policy to allow Thai workers to return to their country. More than 7,000 people have already been repatriated in 34 planes specially chartered by the Thai authorities. For these exhausted but relieved workers, returning to Thailand means finding peace and escaping the stress of daily attacks.
The importance of helping Thai workers:
Beyond repatriation, another problem arises: that of unpaid salaries. Some Thai workers say they have not been paid by their Israeli employers. It is therefore crucial that the Thai government takes the necessary measures to ensure that these workers actually receive their salaries. This will provide relief to Thai workers and help them rebuild after this traumatic crisis.
Conclusion :
The Hamas crisis in Israel has highlighted the vulnerability of Thai workers working in that country. Their emergency evacuation to Thailand shows the solidarity and commitment of the Thai government to its nationals. It is crucial that Thai workers receive their salaries so they can rebuild after this crisis. This situation also highlights the importance of protecting the rights of migrant workers and ensuring their safety when working abroad.