Thailand : The Thai military says 16 insurgents were killed , far fewer than previously stated . `` Insurgents have withstood and adapted to the military 's tactics , growing more proficient and daring in the process , '' the International Crisis Group , a nonprofit organization that provides analysis and advocacy on conflicts around the world , said in December . The heavily armed militants attacked under cover of darkness , military officials say . But the Thai military forces in the base were ready after receiving a warning , the officials say . Muslim separatists in southern Thailand have been fighting government forces for years .
Thailand : The Thai military says 16 insurgents were killed , far fewer than previously stated . The heavily armed militants attacked under cover of darkness , military officials say . But the Thai military forces in the base were ready after receiving a warning , the officials say . Muslim separatists in southern Thailand have been fighting government forces for years .