Thaksin Returns to Thailand From Dubai Ahead of Court Ruling

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has returned to Bangkok from Dubai, ahead of an upcoming court ruling. Thaksin's sudden departure for Dubai days earlier had sparked rumors that he was trying to flee the country. However, his return to Thailand has put those speculations to rest. Thaksin, who has been living in self-imposed exile since 2008 to avoid a two-year jail sentence for corruption, is expected to face a court ruling that could potentially result in his imprisonment. The former prime minister has maintained that the charges against him are politically motivated, and his supporters have accused the Thai government of using the legal system to target him. The upcoming court decision is being closely watched, as it could have significant implications for Thailand's political landscape. Thaksin's return to the country ahead of the ruling suggests that he is willing to confront the legal proceedings, though the outcome remains uncertain.