In the second time in less than a decade, the Thai military today staged a coup and seized full control of the country. The army suspended the constitution and imposed a curfew across Thailand. This move comes two days after the military declared martial law on Tuesday.
The head of the army, General Prayuth Chan-Ocha announced the coup on national television, saying that it was “necessary to seize power,” adding that the military would restore stability and bring necessary reforms to Thailand.