VOICED: Football builds bridges in Thailand's restive south

The video discusses a community divided by a long-running insurgency in a predominantly Buddhist country, where Muslims form 80% of the local population. Despite the conflict, sports serve as a unifying force, bringing people together regardless of religion. Over 5000 people have died in the conflict, with both communities affected. Local efforts, including soldiers visiting mosques, aim to bridge gaps and promote understanding, though daily violence persists. Pattani FC continues to play, hoping to set a positive example.

What impact has the conflict had on the local population over the past eight years?

What challenges do the efforts to spread tolerance face according to the text?