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Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Student movements blaze back, but for how long?
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Student movements blaze back, but for how long?
13 Sept 09:14Key points summarised by AI
The dissolution of the Future Forward Party by the Constitutional Court ignited a wave of campus rallies across Thailand, initially protesting the perceived injustice.
Student demands quickly broadened beyond party support to include constitutional reform, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation, and the dissolution of the House, driven by a desire for "real political changes."
While the activism is unprecedented, analysts question its long-term sustainability and ability to escalate into prolonged street protests without military support, citing differences from past movements and students' focus on personal futures.
Experts suggest the government could potentially defuse tensions and buy time by agreeing to rewrite the current Constitution, addressing a key demand of the student movement.
Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall
Yesterday 22:44Key points summarised by AI
A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.