On May 25, 2025, political tensions escalated once again as 89 senators issued a statement responding to Natthapon Ruangpanya, leader of the Democrat Party and opposition coalition, who had criticized the Senate's role in protecting democracy and accused it of supporting the military establishment. The 89 senators denounced his remarks as defamatory and the "worst behavior," demanding he issue a public apology to the Senate within three days or face further action.

However, this aggressive stance triggered widespread criticism, particularly from opposition politicians who viewed the ultimatum as an attempt to suppress legislative freedom of expression. Pol. Lt. Gen. Thawi Sodsung, head of the Bhum Jai Thai Party, recently weighed in on the controversy, emphasizing that he harbors no bias but wants to emphasize democratic principles and the role of elected representatives.

Thawi stressed that members of parliament, as people's representatives, must have constitutional freedom to express political opinions. He argued that Natthapon's right to speak is protected under democracy, especially for public figures, and that criticized parties should respond with reasoned arguments rather than threats.

Thawi also challenged the 89 senators' statement, noting inconsistencies with constitutional principles, particularly their claim to legitimacy through a professional group selection system. While awaiting court rulings, Thawi emphasized that political legitimacy—public trust and acceptance—is equally important as legal compliance.

He referenced the recent February 8 referendum results showing over 61.10% of voters support drafting a new constitution, calling this a clear signal that citizens reject the current constitutional framework. Thawi urged the Senate to focus on accepting public criticism and serving the people, rather than threatening opposition groups, and called for making constitutional reform a top national priority.

On May 25, 2569, Deputy National Police Chief General Tachathai Pitaneelabutr, overseeing prevention and suppression operations for the Royal Thai Police, visited Chanthaburi province alongside Governor Montsit Paisalthanavatana and other provincial leaders to coordinate action on nine critical issues mandated by the Prime Minister.

These priorities include illegal encroachment on public land, cybercrime, nominee business structures, drug trafficking, money laundering, influential figures, unlicensed debt, tourist safety, and security database integration.

Provincial officials identified addressing methamphetamine addiction and drug trafficking as the most urgent matter for Chanthaburi. The Noen FM community in Muang District ranks as the province's largest drug distribution center, the second largest in the Eastern Region, and the seventh largest nationwide.

Noen FM serves as a continuous market where users purchase drugs, dealers reside within the community, and despite numerous arrests of both dealers and users over decades, the problem cyclically returns. More than half of patients at Chanthaburi's drug rehabilitation center report purchasing drugs from this community.

Deputy Chief Tachathai proposed adopting the Fort Worth Police Department model from Tennessee, which eliminated drug demand in neighborhoods, forcing dealers to relocate. He suggested restricting access to Noen FM to discourage users and increase fear of arrest.

Combined with dealer sweeps, this creates sustainable solutions through environmental improvement and law enforcement integration requiring close inter-agency coordination. The meeting approved pilot implementation in the FM community, while officials also recognized the need for psychiatric treatment facilities for drug-induced psychotic patients in the red group, who pose violence risks. Further solutions will be explored in subsequent meetings.

Gunmen disguised as women wearing hijabs opened fire on a police officer and his family outside a school in Pattani province on Monday afternoon, killing the officer's wife while she was holding their infant child inside the vehicle.

The attack took place at around 15:30 near Prasan Wittaya Foundation School in Pong Sta subdistrict of Yarang district.

Police said four attackers dressed in women's clothing and wearing hijabs arrived on two motorcycles before pulling alongside the victims' car and opening fire.

The injured officer was identified as Pol. Snr. Sgt. Maj. Adul Hayeesulong of Yaring Police Station. His wife, Fatimoh Ya-ngoh, a teacher at the school, was killed at the scene while holding their baby in the car.

Authorities said the couple had travelled to the school to pick up their child when the attack occurred.

Security forces rushed the wounded officer to hospital and sealed off the area while launching a manhunt for the suspects. Checkpoints were also set up across nearby areas to prevent further attacks and track down those responsible.

The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward Command strongly condemned the attack, describing the gunmen's actions as "inhumane" and contrary to religious principles.

Officals said the incident had deeply shocked local residents, particularly because a woman and infant child were present during the shooting.

Suchart opens 2026 National Community Forest Day, promoting the concept 'Creating Happiness, Creating Income, Creating the Future' with a target of developing over 12,000 community forests nationwide into a sustainable green economic foundation.

On May 25, 2026, at the Naval Seamanship Center in Chonburi Province, Suchart Chomklin, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, chaired the opening of the 'National Community Forest Day' for 2026 under the theme 'Community Forest Based Wellness: Community Forests Creating Happiness, Creating Income, Creating the Future.'

Chonburi Governor Narit Niramayavongs and MP Anant Pridasutchit welcomed the event, which was attended by Dr. Raweevan Puridech, Permanent Secretary of the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry, along with executives from related agencies, government officials, Royal Forest Department staff, and community forest network representatives.

This event aims to promote people living harmoniously with forests according to sufficiency economy principles, while elevating over 12,000 community forests to serve as a foundation for sustainable economic and environmental security nationwide.

Suchart revealed that the government, under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, prioritizes forest resource management, particularly promoting community roles in forest conservation under the 2019 Community Forest Act. Currently, there are over 12,000 community forests distributed across all regions, covering 7 million rai and benefiting over 5 million households.

This event expresses gratitude to Thailand's monarchy for establishing the foundation for forest resource conservation and development through royal initiatives, emphasizing balance between conservation and sustainable use so people can coexist with forests in accordance with sufficiency economy philosophy.

Suchart further noted that community forests serve as important carbon storage resources, helping mitigate climate change impacts and preserving natural heritage for future generations.

Royal Forest Department Director-General Nikorn Siridej stated that the department has an important mission to implement policy focusing on strengthening community forest networks and enabling them to manage resources efficiently under the 2019 Community Forest Act. Rather than merely supervising, the department acts as a 'mentor' providing academic and technical support, promoting local wisdom to add value to forest products, and ensuring community forests serve as sustainable sources of income and happiness.

Today's activities include presenting awards and certificates of honor to model community forest networks and supporting partners, distributing subsidies to community forest representatives from four regions, and awarding 'Forest Protectors, Land Lovers' recognition marks. The event features a community forest product market and demonstrations of products and services derived from community forest resources.

The Royal Forest Department and Natural Resources and Environment Ministry invite the public and all sectors to campaign for community forest conservation in their areas through tree planting, water-retaining weir construction, patrols, and firebreak maintenance to continue the royal vision and strengthen the nation's resource base sustainably.

Two young flyweight demons go head-to-head as Assadullah challenges Aslamjon for the vacant throne in The Inner Circle event this Friday, June 26. ONE Championship presents the main card of The Inner Circle on Friday, June 26, 2025 at Lumpinee Stadium (Rama Intra) for the vacant ONE Muay Thai flyweight championship (125-135 lbs) between 22-year-old Assadullah Imankasaliev from Russia and his equally young counterpart Aslamjon Ortikov from Uzbekistan. The match will be streamed exclusively for members on Live.ONEFC.com from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

With the ONE Muay Thai flyweight title vacant since 2567, the time has come for fresh blood like Assadullah, who gets his second shot at the belt, to prove his mettle against Aslamjon. Both fighters carry perfect professional records, and one must taste defeat for the first time—the victor will rightfully claim this coveted belt.

Assadullah remains undefeated with eight consecutive ONE victories. Most recently, he dominated former ONE Muay Thai bantamweight champion Nong O Hammamuaythai, stopping him in round two at ONE Lumpinee 147 in March 2025, maintaining his perfect 12-fight professional record. However, despite the victory, Assadullah missed weight and couldn't claim the flyweight title—making this his crucial second chance to overcome his opponent and ascend to the throne.

Meanwhile, Aslamjon continues his winning streak on the ONE stage, extending it to his tenth consecutive victory after a knockout finish of Colombia's Jordan Estupinán in round two at ONE Fight Night 43 in May 2025, keeping his undefeated professional record intact at 24 fights. Aslamjon has made his intentions clear, standing ready to challenge anyone in pursuit of the belt. Facing Assadullah represents another critical test he must overcome to prove himself as a true flyweight monster and undisputed champion of this division.

On May 25, 2026, Din Daeng Police received a report of assault causing serious bodily injury in front of a condominium on Ratchaprarob Soi 14, Makkasan subdistrict, Ratchathewi district, Bangkok. The incident occurred on May 24 at 6:55 PM. Officers discovered a man named Songkran lying on the road with severe head and facial wounds bleeding profusely. Good Samaritans provided first aid before he was taken to Ratchavithi Hospital. Nearby, police found Yut, 29, sitting at the scene with a blood-stained claw hammer beside him. Officers took him into custody.

During questioning, Yut claimed he had argued with Songkran, and that Songkran attacked him first using the claw hammer (approximately 33 cm long), striking his head. Yut said he fought back, punching Songkran's face multiple times, then wrestled the hammer away and struck Songkran's head repeatedly until he fell unconscious. Yut stated the argument arose because both were motorbike taxi drivers competing for passengers—Yut operates at the entrance of the soi while Songkran operates deeper inside, claiming no connection to any other disputes.

Police initially charged Yut with assault causing serious bodily injury and forwarded him with evidence to Din Daeng Police Station's investigation unit for further legal proceedings.