An Israeli family was denied entry to a zoo on Samui due to their nationality.

On August 14, 2026, a family from Israel faced discrimination during their visit to a zoo on the island of Samui. The family, consisting of a husband, wife, and two children, was denied entry solely due to their nationality. After being refused, there was a confrontation with the establishment's representative, who explained the decision by stating that the zoo does not accept visitors from Israel. According to local media reports, such cases of discrimination are becoming increasingly common on Samui Island. Local authorities and law enforcement agencies are trying to combat this phenomenon, but they have not always been successful in preventing such incidents.

During the confrontation, the zoo representative attempted to convince the family that the decision was based on technical reasons. However, the family was dissatisfied and stated their intention to seek help from local law enforcement agencies. Currently, Samui police are conducting an investigation into this incident to determine all the circumstances of what happened. In case discrimination is confirmed, the responsible parties may be held accountable.

The zoo representative stated that the establishment always strives to ensure equal access for all visitors and will work on improving its visitor admission policy. Local authorities of Samui also declared their readiness to consider citizens' complaints and take measures to prevent such incidents in the future. At present, the family is waiting for the results of the investigation, which may take some time. If necessary, they plan to seek support from international organizations to protect their rights.