Bangkok Red-Shirt Rally - Live Friday

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THE NATION: As the official announcement says Gen Anupong is now able to command all related agencies regarding the fight with terrorists.

THE NATION: Fyi, PM used the word "terrorist" 5 times during the 12-min address.

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Red-shirt Leader: Coup about to Happen

Red-shirt leader Jatuporn Prompan voiced his belief that the military is about to stage a coup.

He added the group's core leaders will turn themselves in to the authorities on May 15.

-- Tan Network 2010-04-16

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Anupong appointed new emergency operations command chief

BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva announced on TV Friday night that Army Commander-in-Chief Gen Anupong Paochinda has been appointed the new commander of the Emergency Operations Command.

Abhisit said Anupong has replaced Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban for the job.

-- The Nation 2010-04-16

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Discussion topic:

PM Abhisit hands security control to the military amid protests

Thai army says planning operation to clear protesters

Full story:

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/Thai-Army-Pl...ea-t356756.html