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Thai government revokes citizenship of local Chabad leader
Protests grow in Thailand as officials launch a formal investigation into the finances of a prominent Jewish leader.
Protesters gathered in Phuket holding signs demanding the closure of Chabad centers.
By John Doe
Reporting from Thailand 
Nov. 2, 2026, 4:03 a.m. - 6 hours ago
Tensions are rising in Thailand following a major government decision. The Thai Prime Minister has officially revoked the citizenship of a top Chabad rabbi.
This move has led to a series of investigations. Authorities are now looking closely at 19 different companies and the family members of the religious leader. Officials want to know more about the rabbi’s money and assets now that he is no longer a Thai citizen.
This decision has sparked anger on the streets. In Phuket, hundreds of people recently held a rally. The protesters demanded that Chabad operations in the area be shut down entirely.
There are also reports that these protests have taken a dark turn. Some people at the rallies have been seen using antisemitic imagery—symbols or pictures meant to attack or insult Jewish people. As the government continues its probe, local officials are watching the situation closely to see if the unrest spreads.
Source: The Times of Israel
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