Thailand’s Constitutional Court has suspended the Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, from her duties pending a ruling on a petition seeking her dismissal.
The petition, reports say was filed by 36 senators—accusing her of dishonesty and breaching ethical standards after a leaked phone call on 15 June, 2025 with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen, who publicly shared the recording .
According to reports, the call, Paetongtarn referred to Hun Sen as “uncle,” criticized a Thai military commander as an “opponent,” sparking outrage from Thailand’s military-aligned establishment and nationalist protesters .
By a 7–2 vote, the court granted her 15 days to submit a defense and ordered her to step aside immediately. Deputy PM, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, has taken over as the caretaker prime minister.
Paetongtarn has apologized, insisting the call aimed to de-escalate a May border clash—in which a Cambodian soldier died—and denied any ill intent.
Parliament, however is set to resume on July 3, but potential moves like a no-confidence vote, a cabinet reshuffle, or even a turnout for early elections are being considered.
