Thailand's PM Faces Ethics Violation Charges

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been accused of violating ethical rules by appointing a lawyer with a criminal record to his cabinet. The Constitutional Court is reviewing a case that may lead to his dismissal. Srettha denies any wrongdoing and awaits the court's final decision.

Thailand's Constitutional Court ruled on Wednesday that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin violated ethical guidelines by appointing a lawyer with a criminal past to his cabinet.

Judges were delivering a verdict in a case that could lead to Srettha's dismissal from office. Srettha has denied any misconduct related to the appointment.

The court has not yet announced a final decision on whether Srettha will remain in office, leaving the nation's political future uncertain.

(With inputs from agencies.)