im not a religious person but as you say Muslim provinces aren't most wars or conflicts all around religion.I've only been as far south as Krabi phuket and phi phi isles and every one seen to live in harmony.take away the militants and you would have peace i think.
i would'nt call it a war in the deep south,dangerous yes its more Thailand defending their self against the militant rebels from over the boarder.just an opinion.
Just an update for anyone waiting for approval on 90day report after their due date mine was approved on the last day of the 7day grace period its the first time it took so long to be approved 9days. And thanks for all your help with the replies guys.