Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the youngest ever, was ousted after a leaked phone call with Cambodia's ex-leader breached ethics rules. The call, where she appeared to criticize her own army and offer favors, fueled nationalist anger. This adds to Thailand's political instability, with multiple prime ministers removed in recent years due to court rulings or coups. The Shinawatra family, a dominant force in Thai politics for over two decades, faces significant challenges. The ruling Pheu Thai party must now nominate a new prime minister, or face new elections.

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