Activists Weigh on ‘Leaderless’ Protest Tactic After Night of Chaos
BANGKOK — Pro-democracy campaigners on Monday are forced to reassess the strategy of holding street protests without clear leadership, a day after the rally close to PM Prayut Chan-o-cha’s residence ended in violence.
Thai Marchers Link Democracy Cause To Myanmar Protests
BANGKOK (AP) — A new faction of Thailand’s pro-democracy movement staged a protest march Sunday, linking their cause with that of demonstrators in Myanmar battling that neighboring country’s coup-installed military government.
Suthep and Aides Granted Bail, 2 Days After Sedition Verdict
BANGKOK — An appeal court on Friday approved a temporary release for former deputy PM Suthep Thaugsuban and seven other defendants found guilty earlier this week of inciting sedition against the elected government.
3 Cabinet Members Leave Post After Sedition Verdict
BANGKOK (AP) — Three Cabinet ministers in Thailand were forced to leave their posts Wednesday after a court found them guilty of sedition for taking part in sometimes-violent protests in 2013-2014 against the government then in power.
Suthep, 3 Ministers Found Guilty of Sedition Against Yingluck Gov’t
BANGKOK — A court on Wednesday convicted former Democrat Party executive Suthep Thaugsuban and five others on charges of insurrection for their roles in street protests against the elected government back in 2013 and 2014.
Gov’t Won’t Confirm Burmese Junta Rep’s Talks With Prayut
BANGKOK — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday declined to comment on news reports that Myanmar’s junta-appointed foreign minister has met with his Thai counterparts in an effort to resolve the political crisis at home.
Monarchy Reform Activists Denied Bail for 3rd Time
BANGKOK — The court on Tuesday once again refused to release four activists who organized pro-democracy protests on bail, their attorney said.
Thaksin Fumbles on 112, Southern Killings at ‘Clubhouse’ Debut
BANGKOK — Thousands of users flocked to the popular Clubhouse application to listen to what the self-exiled former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has to say about Thai politics on Monday night.
Year of Dissent: Activists Reflect on Anniversary of Street Protests
BANGKOK — The chain of consequences that led from this day a year ago is certainly incredible in every sense of the word.
Police ‘Have No Duty’ to Explain ‘Elephant Ticket’ Scandal
BANGKOK — Police top brass remained silent Monday on the bombshell revelation by an opposition MP that police officers can advance up the ranks just by securing a letter signed by powerful figures, without having to go through the formal channels.
