Perpetrators launched simultaneous disturbances at multiple locations across the three southern border provinces starting at 20:00 on the night of 22 August. The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward summarised a total of 51 incidents, with 2 civilians injured in Narathiwat.
The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward has summarised the situation of disturbances at multiple locations in the southern border provinces as of 24:00.
Today (22 August 2026), multiple provocative incidents occurred across the southern border provinces beginning at 20:00 on 22 August 2026. The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward has continued to closely monitor the situation, while ordering all units to urgently move in to investigate, secure the areas, and ensure the safety of lives and property of the public.
A summary of incidents as of 24:00 on 22 August 2026 totals 51 incidents, broken down as follows: Narathiwat Province — 22 incidents; Pattani Province — 11 incidents; and Yala Province — 18 incidents. The details are as follows:
Narathiwat Province — 22 incidents, broken down as follows:
- Chanae District — 4 incidents - Si Sakhon District — 1 incident - Waeng District — 1 incident - Ba Cho District — 3 incidents - Mueang Narathiwat District — 1 incident - Cho Airong District — 1 incident - Ra-ngae District — 5 incidents - Sungai Kolok District — 1 incident - Tak Bai District — 2 incidents - Yi-ngo District — 1 incident - Rueso District — 1 incident - Sungai Padi District — 1 incident. Initially, 2 civilians were injured.
Pattani Province — 11 incidents, broken down as follows: - Yarang District — 3 incidents - Yaring District — 2 incidents - Nong Chik District — 3 incidents - Sai Buri District — 1 incident - Thung Yang Daeng District — 1 incident - Khok Pho District — 1 incident. Initially, no injuries were reported.
Yala Province — 18 incidents, broken down as follows: - Than To District — 8 incidents - Bannang Sata District — 6 incidents - Raman District — 2 incidents. Initially, no injuries were reported.
In light of the overall situation, officials are urgently moving to investigate and assess conditions at each location, while securing relevant areas and looking after the public, including those affected. Priority is being given to preventing further harm, and efforts are being made to swiftly gather related information and evidence to support legal proceedings.
The Commander of the 4th Army Region continues to closely monitor the situation and has ordered all units to urgently move in to investigate and secure areas, care for the public and those affected, and restore normalcy as quickly as possible. Officials have been directed to carry out their duties with thoroughness, with the safety of the public as the primary concern.
The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward requests that the public exercise increased caution and avoid incident sites and areas designated by officials. If any suspicious persons, objects, or vehicles are spotted, do not approach, do not touch, and do not take any action independently — report immediately to local officials or the Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward hotline at 1341, available 24 hours a day. Prompt reporting by the public will enable officials to assess the situation, manage the affected areas, and reduce potential risks to lives and property in a timely manner.
Public Relations Centre, Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward, 22 August 2026
