Posted 2/12/2024, 8:58:00 AM
Protests Erupt Over Possible Early Release of Ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra from Prison
- Small group protested outside Justice Ministry opposing expected release of Thaksin Shinawatra from prison without serving time
- Protest leader Pichit Chaimongkol predicted more people would join protests against Thaksin's privileged treatment
- Speculation Thaksin would be recommended for royal pardon though never spent time in jail after being transferred from prison hospital
- Thaksin has been staying in hospital wing of Police General Hospital since returning to Thailand after 15 years as fugitive
- Justice Minister Tawee was away visiting southern provinces, accused of avoiding meeting with protesters