On May 7, 2025, Phongpipat Meebunchamasai, headman of Mae Samlaep Subdistrict Administration Organization in Mae Sariang District, Mae Hong Son Province, announced that KNU soldiers conducted a public destruction of 9.93 million methamphetamine pills near Ta Kae Poo village in Mawlamyine township, Karen State, along the Salween River. Thai security representatives witnessed the operation alongside KNU military and civilian officials.

Mae Samlaep SAO officials noted that the area serves as a border trade zone and transit route from neighboring countries, making it vulnerable to drug trafficking. Both Thai and Myanmar authorities must cooperate more effectively in drug suppression efforts, the officials stated. This marked another major drug seizure along the Salween River smuggling route. While the SAO does not directly conduct drug enforcement, it coordinates intelligence sharing and border security cooperation to prevent narcotics trafficking and protect against the intensified government anti-drug policy.

KNU sources confirmed the destroyed drugs were produced in Myanmar and transported through Karen and Karenni states. They expressed concern that Myanmar may use drug suppression as a pretext to justify military operations in Karen areas. The KNU called for full cooperation in drug prevention and suppression efforts to prevent Karen State from becoming a drug transit corridor and to eliminate the drug epidemic entirely.

At approximately 3 p.m. on May 7, heavy rain pounded Trang province, causing rainwater to flood through the ceiling of Trang Airport's new passenger terminal located in Khok Lao sub-district, Muang district. The flooding appeared to stem from a leaking roof. Passengers Arkom Borisoot and Arm Narapong posted videos showing water cascading through the ceiling and light fixtures still carrying electrical current onto shops including the "Roo Rak Samakkhi Phatthalung" social enterprise shop and adjacent souvenir stores. The ceiling near exit 2 on the first floor collapsed and remained flooded for nearly an hour before airport officials cordoned off the area for safety and began cleanup efforts.

Passengers and service users expressed shock and disappointment, particularly because the new terminal only opened in September 2024 with a construction budget exceeding 1.07 billion baht as part of plans to develop Trang Airport into an international facility. The project had already experienced construction delays of four years. Many netizens posted sarcastic comments, dubbing the incident a "waterfall in the middle of the airport" or a "new landmark for Trang," while Trang Airport has yet to issue any official statement about the incident.

At 7:45 p.m. on May 7, 2026 local time at the Shangri-La Mactan Hotel in Cebu, Philippines, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, alongside Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow and Deputy Commander of the Royal Thai Armed Forces General Nattapong Praekaew, announced the results of trilateral discussions between Thailand, the Philippines, and Cambodia held during the ASEAN summit in Cebu. The Prime Minister stated that the Philippine President sought to maintain an atmosphere of cooperation and understanding in the ASEAN region, prompting him to invite Thai and Cambodian leaders for consultations. Thailand brought foreign affairs and security delegations to reaffirm its commitment to peaceful approaches while preserving sovereignty and the interests of the Thai people.

Anutin reported that the meeting received updates on security measures and military cooperation between Thailand and Cambodia in accordance with previous agreements, with no violent incidents reported along the border over the past five months. He explained Thailand's rationale for canceling the 2544 MOU, which Cambodia understood and acknowledged. Both countries agreed that UNCLOS would serve as the fundamental framework for future operations, though practical details still require further discussion.

Both parties agreed to begin discussions at all levels gradually, through the Joint Border Committee (JBC) and General Border Committee (GBC), as well as between foreign ministers, to benefit both nations' populations while adhering to the ceasefire agreement and previously established guidelines to foster peace and mutual trust. The Prime Minister characterized these discussions as a positive signal reflecting a trend toward strengthening peace and stability between the two nations, emphasizing that the issues are governmental matters rather than conflicts between the peoples. He urged all parties to ensure the safety of Thai nationals in Cambodia and Cambodian nationals in Thailand without discrimination.

Anutin called for bilateral negotiations between Thailand and Cambodia based on constructive dialogue free from third-country pressure to prevent escalation of conflict. He clarified that these discussions do not involve border demarcation or border opening, only agreement to begin working-level consultations, with foreign ministry officials and military leaders to continue detailed discussions. The Prime Minister emphasized that Thailand would fully protect national honor, sovereignty, and the interests of the Thai people through careful implementation to prevent losses in the negotiation process.

At 5:00 a.m. on May 7, 2025, Kantharalak Police Station received a report of a shooting at a forest resort in room 13, Moo 14, Nong Ya Lad Subdistrict, Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province. Commander Pol. Col. Srutt Chankasae ordered officers to investigate immediately. Upon arrival, police found a Wave motorcycle registered in Sisaket parked outside the room with blood scattered throughout. The injured man, Somboorn, 31 years old, had been shot in the right ear and was taken to Kantharalak Hospital under close medical care.

During interrogation, Somboorn explained he came to the resort to prepare for a probation check-in when a young man on a motorcycle arrived asking if he had arranged to meet the suspect's wife. The visitor then asked to see Somboorn's phone. An argument erupted over the phone's messages, which the visitor objected to. The suspect became angry, smashed Somboorn's phone, drew a gun, and fired once, striking Somboorn's ear before fleeing.

Police reviewed CCTV footage and witness statements to track the suspect. By 3:30 p.m., they arrested Nathapong, 25, at a house in Krachangsubdistrict, also in Kantharalak District. Officers seized a homemade .38 revolver with a shell casing inside and an unregistered gray Honda Wave motorcycle.

Nathapong confessed to the shooting, claiming jealousy. He stated that Somboorn had been messaging his girlfriend on Facebook in a flirtation attempting to invite her to spend time together. Nathapong said he wasn't aware his girlfriend already had a boyfriend when the messages started. When his girlfriend showed him the Facebook conversation, he became extremely upset, viewing it as an inappropriate advance and seduction attempt, which prompted the attack.

Tonight's UEFA Europa League and Conference League will feature second-leg semi-final matches, with the standout fixture being the all-English battle between Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest.

UEFA Europa League Semi-Final Second Leg - May 7, 2025

Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest kicks off at 2:00 AM and will be broadcast live on beIN Sports 1. This matchup features two English clubs with Villa's "Lions" hosting Forest's "Reds" at Villa Park. Forest claimed a 1-0 victory in the first leg. In the group stage, Villa won 7 and lost 1, accumulating 21 points and finishing second, while Forest won 4, drew 2, and lost 2, earning 14 points to finish 13th.

In knockout action, Villa defeated Lille 3-0 and Bologna 7-1 aggregate. Forest overcame Fenerbahçe 4-2, Middlesbrough 2-2 (winning 3-0 on penalties after 2-2 in the second leg), and Porto 2-1.

Villa are expected to field Ollie Watkins, Morgan Rogers, and John McGinn, while Forest will likely use Igor Jesus, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Omorodion.

Despite Villa's home advantage, Forest's recent form is exceptional, making them capable of advancing to the final.

Eintracht Frankfurt vs Braga kicks off at 2:00 AM on beIN Sports 4. Frankfurt hosts Braga at Europa-Park Stadion after Braga won the first leg 2-1.

Braga started their journey in the second qualifying round, drawing Levski Sofia 0-0 (1-0 after extra time), then defeated CFR Cluj 4-1 and Lincoln Red Imps 9-1 in the playoffs. Both teams won 5, drew 2, and lost 1 in the league phase with 17 points each, with Frankfurt advancing sixth and Braga seventh by goal difference.

In knockout rounds, Frankfurt beat Genk 5-2 and Celta Vigo 6-1, while Braga defeated Ferencváros 4-2 and Real Betis 5-3.

Frankfurt are expected to deploy Igor Matanović, Maximilian Philipp, and Vincenzo Grifo, while Braga will likely field Paú Víctor, Mario Dörgelès, and Rodrigo Salazar.

Both sides are evenly matched, but Frankfurt's home advantage suggests they will likely win in a match requiring extra time.

UEFA Conference League Semi-Final Second Leg

Crystal Palace vs Shakhtar Donetsk kicks off at 2:00 AM on beIN Sports 3. Palace holds an advantage after winning 3-1 away and appear likely to advance to the final.

Strassbourg vs Rayo Vallecano kicks off at 2:00 AM on beIN Sports 5. Strasbourg lost the first leg 0-1 away, while Vallecano has shown superior recent form and will aim to secure revenge.

In the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 2026 group stage, Group A Match 3 at Suzhou Sports Center Stadium in the People's Republic of China, Thailand's U-17 women's national football team took on China's U-17 team.

China overwhelmed Thailand in the first half with a 3-0 lead from goals by Yang Lan in the 5th minute, Li Zixian in the 20th minute, and Cheng Wandi in the 23rd minute. In the second half, China added three more goals: Li Zixian scored in the 54th minute, and Huang Xinyi scored in the 58th and 60th minutes, finishing the match 6-0.

Despite the heavy defeat, Thailand's U-17 women's team finished third in Group A with one win, one draw, and one loss, securing advancement to the quarterfinals as one of the best third-place finishers. China topped the group with a perfect 9 points, while Vietnam finished second with 4 points—tied on points with Thailand but with a better goal differential.

Thailand will next compete in the quarterfinals against the Group C champions on May 11, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Thailand time at Suzhou Sports Center Stadium. The match will be broadcast live on YouTube through AFC Asian Cup and BG Sports channels.