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The RTA intervened on 20 May 2014, when its commander, General Prayut, exercised the power under the act promulgated by King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) entitled Martial Law, BE 2457 (1914), to impose martial law nationwide from 03:00. He said through a television pool that the imposition of martial law was due to continuous violence from both sides ...
Mar 20, 2019 · A year and a half after it was staged, elections were held under a new constitution entrenching the power of the military in a country still partly under martial law. Despite those efforts,...
Apr 1, 2015 · Thailand's military government has announced it is lifting martial law, 10 months after it was imposed. It was introduced in May 2014, shortly before the army staged a coup. Prime Minister...
May 20, 2014 · BANGKOK (AFP) - Thailand had a turbulent political history even before Tuesday's declaration of martial law, with at least 18 successful or attempted coups. Here are some significant dates in...
May 20, 2014 · The broad and unchecked powers granted to the military under the century-old Martial Law Act undermine human rights and fundamental freedoms, due process of law, and democratic governance in...
May 20, 2014 · What does martial law look like in Thailand? Within hours of declaring martial law, Gen. Prayuth announced he would be leading a new security task force, the Peace Keeping Command Center (PKCC).
May 22, 2014 · AP. Soldiers have a history of taking control in Thailand. Many observers were sceptical when the army insisted its declaration of martial law on 20 May did not amount to a takeover. Two days...
