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Army denies mosque was built in Satun military camp

A building for Muslim religious practices inside the compound of the 2nd Battalion of the 5th Infantry Regiment in Muang district, Satun, which the 4th Army Region says has not been registered as a mosque. (Photo supplied)

The 4th Army has denied as incorrect a report that a mosque had been built in a military camp in Muang district of Satun province, saying it is only a place for Muslim soldiers’ family members to worship.

Maj Gen Pramote Prom-in, the deputy commander and spokesman of the 4th Army, was referring to a report on social media. The report said the mosque was situated in the compound of the 2nd Battalion of the 5th Infantry Regiment and this could be against the law.

The report prompted Lt Gen Santi Sakuntanak, the…

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