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France's Sarkozy ordered to serve prison time in historic first
AFP, Published on 25/09/2025
» PARIS — Former president Nicolas Sarkozy was on Thursday set to become France's first postwar leader to go to prison after a court jailed him for five years over a scheme for the late Libyan dictator Moamer Kadhafi to fund his victorious 2007 presidential run.
The winds of change
Published on 20/09/2025
» A big shift in Thai politics is expected following Paetongtarn's fall, with conservatives and progressives ready to pounce v The Democrats face a leadership contest and the possible return of Abhisit Vejjajiva, who many feel can save them from oblivion.
People's Party leader reiterates lese-majeste stance
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 16/09/2025
» People’s Party leader Natthaphong Rueangpanyawut, has reiterated his long-standing position on Thailand’s lese-majeste law, saying that while parts of the law remain problematic, any amendments must adhere to the Constitutional Court’s rulings.
Brazil's Bolsonaro faces prison after coup plotting conviction
AFP, Published on 12/09/2025
» BRASíLIA - Brazil's Supreme Court on Thursday convicted firebrand ex-president Jair Bolsonaro of plotting a coup, sealing his fate with a 4-1 vote that could send him to prison for the rest of his life.
Jail stay could be short
Oped, Editorial, Published on 11/09/2025
» As the public welcomed the Supreme Court ruling against Thaksin Shinawatra on Tuesday for violating the terms of his incarceration, the question remains as to whether the spiritual leader of the ruling Pheu Thai Party would benefit from a home detention programme that could see his one-year prison term cut short.
Court backs fairness
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/09/2025
» The focus of the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions ruling on the "14th-floor saga" should not be seen as merely marking Thaksin Shinawatra's final fall from grace.
Brazilian Supreme Court begins voting on Bolsonaro verdict
AFP, Published on 09/09/2025
» BRASILIA - Brazil’s Supreme Court began on Tuesday to deliberate on a verdict in the coup-plot trial of former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro against a backdrop of pressure from his supporters and US President Donald Trump.
Court rules Thaksin must serve one year in jail
Gary Boyle, Published on 09/09/2025
» Thailand's Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison.
Thai court rules Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in jail
Published on 09/09/2025
» Thailand's Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra must serve one year in prison, in another major blow for a powerful family that has dominated politics for two decades.
Thaksin 'ready' for any ruling
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/09/2025
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is prepared to accept any verdict issued by the Supreme Court on Tuesday, a source close to the matter said.