Published: Sep 09, 2025, 11:36 IST | Updated: Sep 09, 2025, 11:36 IST
Thailand’s Supreme Court has ruled that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison, declaring his stay in a police hospital does not count as time served. The 76-year-old, previously sentenced for corruption and abuse of power, had avoided jail due to health concerns. The ruling marks a pivotal legal moment for the Southeast Asian nation.