Former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra Granted Full Royal Pardon
Justice Minister Rutthapon Naowarat confirms former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra has been fully discharged from his sentence via a royal pardon decree.
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Justice Minister Rutthapon Naowarat confirms former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra has been fully discharged from his sentence via a royal pardon decree.
Former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra has been fully discharged from his sentence under a royal pardon decree, effectively ending his probation period.
Justice Minister Rutthapon Naowarat confirms that former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra has been pardoned by King Maha Vajiralongkorn after meeting specified conditions.
A fatal train-bus collision in Bangkok has left 8 dead and 25 injured, sparking a fire that spread to surrounding vehicles. Authorities are currently investigating the cause.
At least eight people were killed this Saturday afternoon in Bangkok after a collision between a train and a bus caused the vehicle to burst into flames.
A devastating collision between a freight train and a bus in Bangkok’s Ratchathewi District has claimed eight lives and left over 20 people injured this Saturday.
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released on parole today, May 11, to serve the remainder of his sentence under strict supervision.
Bangkok issues its most severe heat warning of 2026, forecasting “extremely dangerous” conditions as temperatures soar.
Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has approved PM Anutin Charnvirakul’s new cabinet, enabling ministers to assume duties after parliamentary procedures.
Thai authorities detain gunman after school hostage situation in Songkhla Province; three injured, all hostages freed.
At least 30 dead and 67 injured after construction crane collapse derails passenger train in northeastern Thailand on January 14, 2026. Rescue operations continue.
A crane collapse at a Thai railway construction site derailed a passenger train, causing fatalities and injuries. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate.
Thailand acknowledges China’s neutral mediation in recent Cambodia border tensions, highlighting diplomatic efforts to maintain regional stability.
Thai-Cambodian border clashes escalate despite ASEAN-led ceasefire proposals, with civilian casualties rising and over 300,000 displaced. Diplomatic efforts stall as tensions threaten regional stability.
Renewed clashes between Thailand and Cambodia near the disputed border have left 11 dead, threatening regional stability and a fragile ceasefire.
Thailand deploys air power amid escalating border clashes with Cambodia; both sides exchange accusations of initiating hostilities as ASEAN monitors the situation.
Thailand enters new political era as Anutin Charnvirakul becomes prime minister, with implications for economic reforms and regional ties.
Thailand’s Constitutional Court removes PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over leaked call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen, triggering political uncertainty.
Thailand and Cambodia’s newly enacted truce agreement aims to reduce border tensions, fostering regional stability and economic collaboration in Southeast Asia.
Fatalities rise as Thailand and Cambodia engage in third day of border clashes despite calls for immediate ceasefire. UN Security Council holds emergency talks.