Former Prime Minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, was released.
After hospitalization, Thaksin Shinawatra, the former prime minister of Thailand, was granted parole. An uncertain return to public life could spark protests. Though others believe Thaksin hasn't paid his fair share of taxes and fear his homecoming will spark new demonstrations, his followers have remained neutral. In the previous election, Perth Thai, Thaksin's winning party, was threatened by an unknown party that promised reform.
Conflict in Myanmar: Thailand prepares for cross-border refugees
Following days of conflict between insurgents and the military junta in Myanmar, Thailand's foreign minister paid a visit to the country's border. The government of Thailand says it is prepared to provide 100 thousand refugees fleeing the fighting with temporary housing.
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