Two Redshirts Punished By Martial Court For Defying Junta Summons
BANGKOK — Two Redshirt activists were sentenced to suspended jail terms in martial court today for not reporting to Thailand's military regime in the wake of the 22 May coup d'etat.
Redshirt Region To Remain Under Martial Law
BANGKOK — A high-ranking military commander says Thailand’s military junta does not plan to lift martial law in northern Thailand – a stronghold of the Redshirt movement – because of ongoing anti-coup activity in the area.
NCPO: Rights Talk Cancelled Due To Potential 'Prejudiced' and 'False' Information
BANGKOK — Thailand's military junta blocked a panel discussion on human rights in Thailand earlier this week because of concerns over the spread of “false information,” a spokesperson said today.
Army’s 350 Mil Baht Airship Breaks Down Again After Re-launch
PATTANI — The Royal Thai Army's 350 million baht surveillance airship was forced to make an emergency landing after it was re-launched yesterday morning following four years of repair.
New Cabinet Swears In Before HM King
BANGKOK — Thailand's military junta leader and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha took his new Cabinet ministers to Siriraj Hospital yesterday to take oaths before the King of Thailand, who reportedly did not give a speech as is tradition.
NACC Given Two Weeks To Polish Corruption Case Against Yingluck
BANGKOK — The Office of Attorney-General has postponed its decision on whether to pursue charges of corruption against former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra in court, citing an incomplete investigation.
NACC Given Two Weeks To Polish Corruption Case Against Yingluck
BANGKOK — The Office of Attorney-General has postponed its decision on whether to pursue charges of corruption against former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra in court, citing an incomplete investigation.
Court Acquits Redshirts Accused Of Torching Shopping Mall
BANGKOK — Two Redshirt demonstrators accused of burning down a shopping mall in Bangkok during the political unrest in 2010 were acquitted by a Court of Appeals this morning.
Rights Protests Different Than Political Protests, Police Chief Says
BANGKOK— In an effort to clarify the state’s stance on public demonstrations, Thailand’s next police chief has drawn a distinction between political protests and protests advocating for greater fairness and rights.
Martial Law May Be Repealed In 22 Provinces: Source
BANGKOK — Thailand’s military junta is considering repealing martial law in 22 provinces, according to a source close to the junta.
