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Nine Thai monks killed after boy drives truck into procession
An 11-year-old boy drove his parents’ truck into a Buddhist procession in Thailand, killing nine monks and seriously injuring around 10 others. The incident occurred during a pilgrimage in northeastern Mukdahan province, and the boy, who is under 12, faces no criminal liability. Authorities emphasized the need for improved road safety.
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