Thai PM vows stricter gun laws after eight killed in shooting
Thailand's prime minister has pledged to introduce stricter gun laws after a 14-year-old opened fire at his home and school, killing eight people before shooting himself dead. The tragedy has reignited debate over gun control in the country.
Thailand's prime minister has pledged to introduce stricter gun laws after a 14-year-old student opened fire at his home and school, killing eight people. The attacker shot himself dead at the scene.
The prime minister said existing firearm-acquisition rules would be reviewed, with measures specifically aimed at restricting young people's access to weapons under consideration. The tragedy has left the country in shock.
Educators and family advocacy groups are calling for tighter security measures in schools. It remains unclear when the proposed legislation will be introduced to parliament.
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