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Thaksin Shinawatra Sentenced to One Year in Prison

Thailand’s Supreme Court sentenced former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to one year in prison. His daughter, ex-PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, noted he is the first Thai prime minister to be jailed. The verdict marks a historic moment in Thai politics, drawing wide public and political attention.