Pro-democracy activists flash a three-fingered salute outside Bangkok Remand Prison in Bangkok, where one of the protest leaders Jatupat "Pai" Boonpattararaksa was released. Prayuth's office issued a statement repeating his plea to resolve differences through Parliament, which will discuss the political situation in a special session starting Monday. "Although the ongoing political situation comprises many opposing views among different groups, we should rather take this as an opportunity for Thais to consult each other on what is best for the nation,'' said the statement. Protesters had rallied outside the prison on Friday to press for their comrades' release. In addition to calling for Prayuth's resignation, the protesters' core demands also include a more democratic constitution and reforms to the monarchy.

Source: The Standard October 24, 2020 08:48 UTC