Global News Podcast Thai court removes prime minister over leaked call
Aug 29, 2025
James Copnell, a former Sudan correspondent and current presenter on the BBC World Service, discusses Thailand's political upheaval following the constitutional court's decision to oust the prime minister due to a scandalous phone call. He dives into the implications for Thailand's entrenched dynasties and military balance. Further, James sheds light on escalating crises in Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine, alongside the fallout from Italy's response to doctored images of women. He also touches on innovative solutions like holographic police in South Korea.
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Leak Undermines Thailand's Young PM
- The leaked call with Hun Sen exposed Petongtarn Shinawatra as inexperienced and raised loyalty questions about her family's business ties with Cambodia.
- The constitutional court ruled her ethically unsuitable, deepening Thailand's political instability and likely prompting new elections.
Gaza Pauses Suspended Amid Intensified Operations
- Israel says it has ended humanitarian pauses in Gaza City as it prepares for a larger operation and has recovered at least one hostage's remains.
- The suspension of pauses has led to tens of thousands newly displaced and signals intensification of the offensive.
El Fasher Residents Face Siege and Starvation
- Local sources described targeted attacks on El Fasher's hospital and civilians, with people killed while fleeing and families starving inside the besieged city.
- Witnesses say residents are eating animal fodder and many fear they will not survive another week.