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Thai PM Faces Fury, Coalition Partner Resigns Amid Turmoil

6/20/2025

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Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is in hot water after a leaked conversation with ex-Cambodian leader Hun Sen ignited public fury, resulting in the resignation of a key coalition partner. This turmoil has stoked fears of military intervention and intensified calls for fresh elections, all while border tensions with Cambodia simmer.

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Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is in hot water after a leaked conversation with ex-Cambodian leader Hun Sen ignited public fury, resulting in the resignation of a key coalition partner. This turmoil has stoked fears of military intervention and intensified calls for fresh elections, all while border tensions with Cambodia simmer.