Thaksin Shinawatra returns from exile as Pheu Thai party secures power in Thailand

• Thaksin Shinawatra returned to Thailand after 15 years in exile on the same day the Pheu Thai party won a parliamentary vote to form a government.
• Thaksin was immediately arrested upon arrival and sentenced to 8 years in prison for past corruption convictions.
• The Pheu Thai party nominated Srettha Thavisin, a tycoon, as prime minister and formed a coalition with pro-military parties.
• Thaksin was hospitalized overnight due to health issues after being sent to prison.
• The new Pheu Thai-led government faces challenges in fulfilling campaign promises and managing tensions arising from their deal with establishment parties.

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