How a leaked phone call derailed the Thai PM's career - and the Shinawatra dynasty

In a dramatic turn of events, a leaked phone call has led to the downfall of Thailand's Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha. The Constitutional Court ruled that Prayuth, who initially came to power in a 2014 military coup, had violated the constitution by continuing to live in an army residence after his retirement from the military. This decision is seen as a major blow to the influential Shinawatra political dynasty, which has dominated Thai politics for decades. The ruling party, led by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, has accused the court of being biased and politically motivated. The decision has sparked protests and political uncertainty in Thailand, with questions arising about the independence and impartiality of the country's institutions. The case highlights the ongoing power struggle between the military-backed establishment and the Shinawatra-led opposition, which has dominated Thai politics for years.