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Thaksin Shinawatra released from prison on parole
Thaksin Shinawatra, a former prime minister of Thailand, has been released from prison early. He served approximately eight months of his sentence. (sources: aljazeera, dw, france24, nytimes, reuters)
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Thaksin Shinawatra has been released from prison on parole after serving about eight months. Supporters welcomed his release.
- Thaksin Shinawatra was released from prison on parole.
- He spent around eight months incarcerated.
- Supporters greeted him upon his release.
Why it matters
Thaksin's release may have implications for Thailand's political landscape and his supporters.
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