Jun 26, 2024
Arrest warrant issued for Thai political activist Penguin in lese majeste case
Parit Chiwarak, also known as Penguin, failed to appear for a ruling in a lese majeste case and faces approximately 24 charges under Section 112 of the Criminal Code. The court has rescheduled the ruling to July 31. This case is part of a broader crackdown on political dissent in Thailand, with nearly 2,000 individuals prosecuted for political participation and expression.