Thai soldiers confront with protesting Thai-Muslim villagers, top, during a protest outside Ingkhayuth military base in Pattani province, southern Thailand

Shops close in Pattani and Narathiwat as vendors come under threat

Many shops in Pattani and Narathiwat closed on Friday following threats of violence if they chose to operate their business on Friday.

Leaflets were reportedly been distributed in the provinces, citing muslim teachings not to do business on the day. Local residents were threatened with violence if they did not abide by the warning.

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