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Prayuth Asks Media to Expose Redshirt Violence in 2010 Crackdown

BANGKOK — On the anniversary of the military crackdown on Redshirt protesters in 2010, Thai junta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha has asked media agencies to help tell the "true" story of the violence that claimed more than 90 lives.

Japanese Reporter Honored on 5th Anniversary of Thailand's Deadly Crackdown

BANGKOK — The Japanese Embassy commemorated the death of the Japanese journalist who was killed five years ago today during the military crackdown on Redshirt protesters in Bangkok.

Junta Orders Families to Cancel 2010 Crackdown Memorial Service

BANGKOK — The Thai junta has reportedly ordered relatives of those who died in the military crackdown on Redshirt protests in 2010 to cancel a Buddhist ceremony dedicated to the victims.

Thailand Not Building Alliances to Counter US, Junta Says

BANGKOK — Thailand’s military junta has disputed media reports that it is improving ties with Russia and China in response to tense relations with the United States following last year's military coup.

Thailand Building Ties Closer to Home to Counter Western Criticism

BANGKOK (DPA) — Diplomatically spurned by the US and Western European countries over its military coup in May, Thailand's ruling junta is looking elsewhere for friends.

Thai Junta Expands Military Power in New Order, Citing Article 44

BANGKOK — Thailand’s military junta issued an order on Wednesday evening granting Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha and his Cabinet members the power to request military assistance with law enforcement duties.

Thai Junta Issues New Order Under Article 44

BANGKOK — Thailand’s military junta issued an order on Wednesday evening granting Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha and his Cabinet members the power to request military assistance with law enforcement.

Redshirts Downsize Crackdown Anniversary Event, Heeding Junta's Order

BANGKOK — A top Redshirt leader says he will comply with the junta's orders to scale back an event planned for Friday to commemorate the Redshirt protesters who were killed in the 2010 military crackdown.

Junta Asks Redshirts to Cancel Buddhist Ceremony Honoring Crackdown Victims

BANGKOK — Thailand's military junta has asked Redshirts to call off a religious ceremony scheduled for 10 April that would mark the fifth anniversary of a deadly military crackdown on Redshirt protesters in 2010.

Thailand, Russia Sign Agreements on Drug Trafficking, Energy

BANGKOK (DPA) — Thailand and Russia signed bilateral agreements to combat drug trafficking, boost investment and develop the Thai energy sector Wednesday.

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