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The eldest child of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has died aged 47 after nearly four years in a coma.
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Who
Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, King Maha Vajiralongkorn
What
The eldest child of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has died aged 47 after nearly four years in a coma.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:04:00 GMT · 3h 30m ago
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Why
Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol's health had worsened since she was hospitalised in December 2022 with heart problems that left her gravely ill.
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The death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha, who was considered a potential heir and had a significant public role, will likely intensify discussions around royal succession in Thailand, a sensitive topic due to strict lèse-majesté laws.
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- U.S. Domestic3h 30m agoThailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol has died at age 47 after nearly four years in a coma.Open article
- Currently Reading3h 30m agoThe eldest child of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has died aged 47 after nearly four years in a coma.
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