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Government says deadly shrine bomb “unlikely” to involve international terrorismThai authorities have said the bombing at a religious shrine in Bangkok, which killed ~20 people and injured many tourists and locals, is not believed to be connected with an international terror group.
The Indian ExpressNews claim local suspects are involved, and the target was not specifically foreign nationals.
The Indian ExpressAssistance and tools being applied in the investigationThe Prime Minister accepted an offer from the U.S. ambassador to provide facial recognition technology to help identify suspects.
AP NewsAuthorities have urged public confidence in the investigation.
Several of the deceased and injured were tourists.
It has also hurt Thailand’s image in terms of security, especially among visitors.
It is an ongoing Issues no group has yet claimed responsibility, and details like motive remain murky.
BBC reports suggest that the bomb‑making materials found in a suspect’s apartment matched those used in the shrine bombing, but confirmation and full chain of responsibility are pending.
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