Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, speaking as a Bhumjaithai Party leader on July 27 at Government House, addressed recent rumors of disagreement between two senior coalition figures. He said there were attempts to create division by someone unknown, but insisted that meetings occur every week before cabinet sessions and parliamentary joint sessions. He urged the public not to worry about himself, the Prime Minister, or party leadership, calling them a unified political party and attributing the discord narrative to ill-wishers.

When asked if the conflict could destabilize the government, Pipat said he was unsure due to involvement of other coalition partners, but confirmed no problems within Bhumjaithai itself. He noted rumors of discrediting between the two figures had circulated for 2–3 days. To counter this narrative, Pipat and the party's political mentor will make merit together in Nakhon Si Thammarat on July 31, and attend a friendly football match between Buriram and Pattani provinces on August 1—which Pipat presented as factual evidence of their cooperation.

Pipat said he did not know the source of the attacks, noting that most come from avatar accounts of unknown origin and are difficult to trace. He has reported the matter to the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society and the Technology Crime Investigation Division. When asked about the party's respected political mentor and whether attacks could shake government stability, Pipat explained that the mentor gathers information and offers political advice to new ministers, as politics is complex and requires expert guidance. He said he and the mentor had not yet spoken directly, only by phone, and would meet this evening.

Asked whether the mentor advised on allegations that several Bhumjaithai leaders were linked to a parliamentary scandal, Pipat said his name had not appeared before but does now, leaving him confused. He denied any involvement and noted that allegations about his daughter, a company employee with no political role, were unfounded. He said he would consult legal advisors about possible action and called for more careful speech: "When you speak, you should filter your words. Don't say whatever comes to mind or whatever someone whispers to you, because that causes damage. I can bear criticism since I hold a position that must, but words should be chosen wisely."

On July 27, 2025, Thai police announced the successful takedown of Operation Card Shield, a major credit card fraud network targeting Chinese tourists. The gang operated three dried fruit shops in Chiang Mai and Bangkok as fronts while skimming customer card data through hidden readers installed at checkout counters. Over 1,200 Chinese visitors fell victim to the scheme, suffering combined losses of around 29 million baht (6 million yuan).

Police identified four key suspects: Chao Ji (42, Chinese national), Salini (33, Thai), Chittra (32, Thai), and Theeraphut (32, Thai), who jointly registered and operated the businesses. Investigators discovered that shop staff were instructed to swipe UnionPay cards twice—first through hidden card readers at the point of sale to capture data, then through standard payment terminals. Staff deceived customers by claiming the first swipe activated a 32% promotional discount. During raids on six locations on July 22, authorities seized 11 magnetic card readers, 3 EDC machines, 5 computers, 18 IP cameras with servers, and numerous other pieces of evidence.

On July 27, the network of people affected by special laws (JASAD) reported that a large contingent of armed security personnel cordoned off and searched a residential area in Ban Tha Duan, Moo 3, Talakapor subdistrict, Yarang district, Pattani province. Three residents were detained: a 29-year-old identified as Sa, a 26-year-old identified as I, and a 42-year-old identified as Ma. Officers seized three mobile phones during the initial search before taking the detainees to Yarang Police Station.

Authorities then transferred the detainees to military facilities for further questioning. Sa and Ma were taken to the Forward Military Intelligence Interrogation Unit at Ingkhayut Camp, while I was transferred to the Special Operations Ranger Unit 43 interrogation center in Bongthong subdistrict, Nong Chik district, Pattani province.

Officials confirmed they are following proper legal procedures, particularly complying with the 2022 Torture Prevention and Suppression and Enforced Disappearance Act. Custody processes must be continuously audio and video recorded until detainees are handed to investigators, with notifications required to prosecutors and relevant authorities. The procedures aim to prevent enforced disappearances, torture, and human rights violations.

JASAD expressed hope that officials would treat detainees with respect for human dignity, protect their fundamental rights fairly and equally, and promptly return seized property if investigations later show no connection to criminal activity.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment organized a ceremony on July 27, 2569 at 08:30 to offer blessings to His Majesty on his birthday, July 28, while pledging to be good civil servants and support the nation. Minister Suchart Chomklin led executives, civil servants, and staff from the ministry in the ceremony, where they signed the royal pledge before the King's portrait. The minister opened traditional flower arrangements, paid respects, and led participants in offering good wishes and taking the civil service oath. All attendees, including those joining via video conference, sang hymns of praise and the national anthem at the ministry's Trideach conference room and signed their pledges of loyalty to demonstrate their devotion and gratitude to the Crown.

Former Thailand national tennis player found dead in PattayaLegacy Police in Chon Buri are investigating the death of a former Thailand national tennis team member, found at his home in Pattaya yesterday afternoon, July 26. His brother says the victim had recently raised concerns about a former student, who police now want to trace and question.

Officers from Nong Prue Police Station were called to a single-storey house in Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, at about 3pm. The property backs onto a large tennis club and sports complex. A police team, along with forensic officers from Chon Buri and volunteers from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya Foundation, attended the scene. The deceased was identified as 64 year old Natthawi Sukkhantharun, also known as “Nat-Mai.” He was a former member of Thailand’s national tennis team in the senior and beach tennis categories, an executive at Pattaya Sport Inter Club, and a coach who trained several prominent Thai players. He was also a close friend of former world-ranked player Paradorn Srichaphan. Officers found him lying face up on a mattress in the bedroom, covered by a blanket, with a wound visible on his left elbow. A kitchen knife was found near the headboard. Knife found in the bedroom | Photo via Pattaya News Relatives in Bangkok had been unable to reach him and asked a groundskeeper at the property for a welfare checkup. The bedroom door was found locked from the inside, and the groundskeeper used a spare key to enter, discovering the body. Thanin Sukkhantharun, 81 year old, the victim’s older brother, travelled from Bangkok to the scene. He said his brother had called him two days earlier to discuss concerns about a former student, a Lao tennis player who had since left training under him. According to the brother and initial reports, the student had shown hostile and dismissive behaviour despite what he described as years of support and care from the victim. He said the family does not yet know whether this is linked to the death. Forensic officers from Chon Buri have sealed off the scene and collected evidence. The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination, and the cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Police plan to trace the former student for questioning as part of the investigation. The story Former Thailand national tennis player found dead in Pattaya as seen on Thaiger News.

On July 27, 2569, the Cabinet approved the appointment and transfer of nine high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives. Agriculture Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit had proposed the appointments based on work dedication, integrity, and competence. The approved appointments include: Vitthaya Kaemmee, former Director-General of the Royal Forest Department and Agricultural Aviation Division, becomes Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department; Chaiyawat Yothakul, Secretary of the National Bureau of Agricultural Commodity and Food Standards, becomes Director-General of the Livestock Development Department; Suriypol Nuchonong, Director-General of the Irrigation Department, is reassigned as an inspector in the ministry; Naruemol Songwanwong, Deputy Secretary of the Ministry, becomes Director-General of the Sericulture Department; Saranyoo Poollab, Director-General of the Sericulture Department, becomes Director-General of the Royal Forest Department and Agricultural Aviation Division; Thiti Lohapiyanphan, ministry inspector, becomes Deputy Secretary; Pongsai Taiyotin, ministry inspector, becomes Deputy Secretary; Ingon Pannyakij, ministry inspector, becomes Secretary of the National Bureau of Agricultural Commodity and Food Standards; and Thitiporn Laopraserit, Director-General of the Fisheries Department, becomes ministry inspector.