Thousands of Russian tourists stuck in Thailand amid Ukraine war

Thousands of Russian tourists running short of cash are reportedly stranded in Thailand as they are unable to return due to various sanctions and cancelled flights over war in Ukraine. There are about 6,500 Russian tourists stuck in Phuket, Surat Thani, Krabi and Pattaya, in addition to 1,000 Ukrainians, said the Governor of Tourism Authority of Thailand.