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Courts approve release of protest leaders Panupong, Jatupat

Panupong Jadnok leads an anti-government rally outside the Finance Ministry on Jan 22, 2021. The activist was expected to be released on Friday afternoon, subject to conditions including wearing an electronic tag. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill)

The Ayutthaya Court on Friday granted temporary release for Panupong Jadnok0, clearing the last hurdle for the detained protest leader to leave custody and return home.

A Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR) statement said Mr Panupong, better known by his nickname Mike, was released by the court without bail being required, but must wear an electronic tag. 

His release is conditional on his staying away from all activities deemed a threat to the monarchy and remaining inside his home from 6pm-6am, and he has to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet all the…

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