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Police check video to find bombers after attack near Jana district rail station

25 Sept 01:20 Key points summarised by AI

Police are actively reviewing CCTV footage from Jana district railway station in Songkhla to identify suspects behind a recent explosion.
The blast at a defense volunteer's checkpoint resulted in the death of one policeman and injuries to three other officers and a civilian.
This attack occurred on the same evening as a separate incident in Narathiwat, where suspected militants gunned down one paramilitary ranger and seriously injured another.
Security officials note a pattern of ongoing militant attacks in the region, even during the Ramadan fasting month.

Yesterday 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.