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Terror threat questioned | Bangkok Post: news

19.05.13

Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung says he has received information that al-Qaeda and Salafist terrorists had planned to launch a three-pronged attack on the US consulate in an operation codenamed "Billiard Ball" in the first half of February.

The terrorists, based in Algeria, would be equipped with small arms, grenade launchers and C-4 explosives provided by drug traders who are unhappy with the Chiang Mai consulate's role in drug suppression in the region, he said.

There never has been any such alliance reported in the past.

The US Embassy and Chiang Mai consulate made no unexpected changes to their normal hours or security on Tuesday. There were no plans to close the consulate, diplomats said.

There also was no elevated security level, or notice to US citizens in Thailand - steps that normally take place in case US officials believe there is a threat to any US interests.

Walter Braunohler, US embassy spokesman in Bangkok, said he could not comment on security matters but added that the US consulate in Chiang Mai is open as usual and will take any necessary precautions.

Source: Bangkok Post