Five Thai hostages held for 15 months by Hamas returned to Bangkok, met by families and officials. Released as part of a ceasefire deal, they were greeted with emotional reunions. The situation underscores the broader impact of the Israel-Gaza conflict, which has resulted in 46 Thai deaths and prompted a surge in Thai workers in Israel, now numbering around 38,000. One Thai national remains captive, and the bodies of two others who died in captivity are still with Hamas. The Thai government continues efforts to secure the remaining hostage’s release.