Thailand suspends new gun permits after mass shooting
Authorities promise tough new laws in the country, which has high levels of firearms ownership.
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"the announced measures will remain in place as the government works to pass new gun control laws, with stronger controls and significantly harsher penalties."
— Anutin Charnvirakul , Politician
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Authorities promise tough new laws in the country, which has high levels of firearms ownership.
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