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Thai Prime Minister Revokes Chief Rabbi's Citizenship
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has reportedly revoked the citizenship of Chief Rabbi Yosef Chaim Kantor for using his U.S. passport, violating Thai law. This action is part of a broader crackdown on dual citizens and foreigners amid increased scrutiny of Israelis in the country.
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- 01Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reportedly revoked Chief Rabbi Yosef Chaim Kantor's citizenship.
- 02The revocation is due to Rabbi Kantor's continued use of his U.S. passport for travel.
- 03The decision is part of a broader Thai government crackdown on dual citizens and foreigners.
- 04Israelis in Thailand have faced increased scrutiny and protests recently.
- 05Thailand recently shortened visa-free stays for tourists from dozens of countries, including Israel.
Recent months have seen protests against Israelis and a reduction in visa-free stays for tourists. The government is also increasing penalties for cultural insensitivity and law-breaking by foreigners.
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