- Thai ex-PM’s removal for alleged abuse of power has been dismissed as a judicial coup by supporters of the govt who are now resisting the efforts of the opposition to hand power to an unelected regime.
- Authorities warn that the opposition’s ultimatum to appoint the a new leader by Monday, and its efforts towards toppling the remnants of the govt is inching the country closer towards a civil war, besides being illegitimate.
- Officials will step up law enforcement to tackle the growing casualties and are on alert for possible clashes. Further decline in the situation may lead to army intervention.
- Read at: http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-international/thai-authorities-warn-against-an-unelected-regime-as-battle-hots-up/article5999714.ece
Exams Perspective:
- Unrest in Thailand
