Following the release of the five Thai Hostages, Thailand’s Foreign Minister and Chief of Staff made an emotional visit to the Kosel, where they thanked Hashem for their release, and davened for the release of the remaining hostages, including three Thai citizens.

As part of their visit to Israel following the release of the Thai hostages, and ahead of continued efforts to secure the release of the remaining hostages, a delegation of senior Thai government officials arrived Sunday evening at the Kosel. The delegation included Thailand’s foreign minister, Maris Sangiampongsa, Thai army chief of staff, General Songwit Nunphakdi, deputy foreign minister Russ Jalichandra, and Thailand’s ambassador to Israel, Pannabha Chandraramya.

The delegation members received an explanation about the site, were moved to hear about the continuous prayers at the Kosel for the return of the hostages, and expressed their appreciation for the warm embrace that the people of Israel have extended to the Thai people.

At the end of the visit, they offered a silent prayer beside the stones of the Wall—giving thanks to Hashem for those who have returned and praying for the swift release of all remaining hostages, including three Thai citizens still held captive by Hamas.

Credit: The Western Wall Heritage Foundation