Thailand's Ex-PM Thaksin Indicted for Royal Defamation

Thaksin Shinawatra faces charges nearly a decade after controversial remarks, amid ongoing political tensions.

Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister of Thailand, to be indicted for defaming the monarchy and violating the Computer Crime Act.
The indictment follows his release on parole earlier this year after serving time for corruption-related offenses.
Thaksin's influence in the current government has sparked backlash from conservative factions.
The charges stem from a 2015 interview in South Korea where Thaksin allegedly defamed the monarchy.
The lese majeste law in Thailand is highly controversial and carries severe penalties, including up to 15 years in prison per offense.