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Protesters demand jail for Thaksin

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Protesters rallied outside the Government House, demanding the return of convicted former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to prison grounds.

Allegedly basking in the comforts of the Police General Hospital for over five months, Thaksin’s extended stay has ignited a firestorm of discontent. Protesters from the Network of Students and Citizens for Thailand’s Reform rallied outside Rajamangala University, determined to scrutinise Thaksin’s prolonged hospital retreat.

Pichit Chaimongkol, the protest group’s leader, declared that they are protesting to call for Thaksin to be sent back to jail. They also demand investigations of the state officials involved in taking Thaksin out of prison.

Obtaining police permission for a 30-day overnight stay, the protesters remain unyielding, vowing to persist until justice prevails.

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