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Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Dies at 47, Leaving Succession Questions Open

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80% centerFirst reported by Ynet · Jun 12, 2026
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What happened

Thailand’s royal palace says Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king’s eldest daughter, has died at 47 after a long coma. Her death at Chulalongkorn Hospital revives uncertainty over the Thai succession, which King Maha Vajiralongkorn has not publicly settled.

  • 01Princess Bajrakitiyabha died at 47 after being in a coma since December 2022.
  • 02She collapsed while exercising with her dogs about three and a half years ago.
  • 03Doctors cited a severe heart rhythm disorder caused by a bacterial infection.
  • 04She was a Cornell-trained lawyer, diplomat, UN goodwill ambassador, and Thai general.
  • 05Her death leaves Thailand’s royal succession unresolved, with no named heir.

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Full coverage · 5 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Kan NewsCenter · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Dies at 47, Leaving Succession Questions Open
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Thailand Prepares Royal Mourning Period After Death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha
N12Center · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Thai Princess Dies After More Than Three Years in Coma, National Mourning Expected
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Thai Princess Dies After Three Years in a Coma, Kingdom Enters Mourning
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Thai Princess Pajasakitiyabha Dies After Four Years in Coma
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Thai Princess Dies at 47 After Three Years in a Coma

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