Thaksin Shinawatra Released from Detention, Meets Thai PM Srettha

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, recently released from detention, met with current PM Srettha Thavisin amid speculation over his influence in the government.

• Thaksin Shinawatra, released on parole after six months in detention, is reported to be weak but in good spirits.
• His release marks his first day of freedom in Thailand in 15 years, following a military coup that ousted him.
• Thai PM Srettha Thavisin visited Thaksin, discussing his health and offering moral support, but not political plans.
• Speculation grows over Thaksin's role in the government and his influence over the Pheu Thai Party, now led by his daughter.
• Thaksin's sentence was commuted from eight years to one year by Thailand's king, of which he served half.

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