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3.1-magnitude quake hits Chiang Rai’s Phan district; tremors felt in several subdistricts
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Thailand’s Earthquake Observation Division reported a 3.1-magnitude earthquake in Sai Khao subdistrict, Phan district, Chiang Rai at 4:08pm on February 28, 2026, at a shallow depth of 1km. Tremors were felt in nearby areas, with no damage reported.
‘Thai Airways’ adjusts flight routes amid Middle East tensions
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Thai Airways says Iran-Israel airspace closures do not affect operations, as its current routes do not fly through either country’s airspace
Hua Seng Heng and MTS Gold suspend some gold trading amid Middle East tensions
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Hua Seng Heng has temporarily halted online trading and gold bar sales due to extreme price volatility linked to Israel-Iran tensions and a lack of reference prices over the weekend. MTS Gold has also paused in-branch gold bar sales on February 28, 2026.
Thai MFA urges Thais in Iran, Israel to leave risk areas
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Foreign Ministry urges Thais in Iran and Israel to leave risk areas while commercial flights still operate, as tensions may escalate
Trump says Iran strikes aim to protect Americans as Tehran signals retaliation
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
US President Donald Trump said the US has begun “major combat operations in Iran” to “eliminate imminent threats from the Iranian regime”, while an Iranian parliamentary security chief warned Washington it had entered a path “beyond your control”.
High tides to raise flood risk in Bangkok and six central provinces until March 5
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
DDPM has issued a warning for Bangkok and six central provinces to watch for high tides from February 28 to March 5, 2026, with possible overflow and flooding in low-lying areas along rivers and canals, especially during 5:00–9:00am.
US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Israel says it launched a pre-emptive strike on Iran on February 28, escalating tensions as explosions were reported in Tehran and sirens sounded in Israel
Brokers see UBS stake in TRUE as vote of confidence in Thai telecoms, re-rating hopes grow
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Analysts say UBS AG’s large purchase of TRUE shares from the CP Group signals confidence in Thailand’s post-merger telecom market and TRUE’s management, with synergy gains supporting steadier EBITDA and cash flow and leaving room for a valuation re-rating.
EC: Not suing public or media; case targets six suspect groups
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
The EC says it is not suing citizens or the media, but is pursuing legal action against six groups accused of breaching ballot secrecy and undermining election integrity
Nitiroj Kerdboonpanuwat
Second Army Area clears resumption of fuel exports to Laos, with GPS tracking to block onward sales to third countries
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2026
Thailand’s Second Army Area says it has approved a controlled framework for fuel exports to Laos after a suspension since December 14, 2025, adding GPS tracking and stricter inspections to ensure shipments reach authorised end-users and are not re-exported.
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