Italian students' rude behavior on Bangkok metro triggers diplomatic apology

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

• [● 3 SOURCES] A group of Italian minor students on a study trip were on Bangkok’s BTS Skytrain in late July 2026 and spoke loudly, disturbing other passengers. (Video recorded by a Thai passenger; reported in multiple articles.)
• [● 8 SOURCES] The students shouted, insulted a Thai female passenger, and made obscene gestures, including saying “Scusate se porto soldi nel vostro Paese”. (supports)
• [● 3 SOURCES] The trip was organized under an INPS‑sponsored study‑tour program for children of Italian public‑sector employees. (supports)
• [● 4 SOURCES] The incident occurred on 23 July 2026 on the BTS Skytrain in Bangkok. (supports)
• [● 6 SOURCES] A video showing Italian minor students on a study trip in Bangkok's BTS Skytrain became viral, receiving over 14 million views. (supports)
• [● 6 SOURCES] The Italian Embassy in Bangkok issued a formal apology in Italian, English and Thai, condemning the students’ behavior. (supports)
• [● 3 SOURCES] Some of the students were expelled from Thailand and returned to Italy after the incident. (supports)
• [● 4 SOURCES] Thai authorities fined each of the five identified students 1 000 baht (about €27‑35) and considered expulsion. (supports)
• [● 5 SOURCES] Thai social‑media users posted thousands of comments demanding action after the video spread. (supports)