Prayut Chan-o-Cha

But making such support U.S. policy would undoubtedly create tensions between Washington and Bangkok.

A nine-judge panel agreed with the army that retired senior officers such as Prayut are allowed to stay in army housing in recognition of their service.

Protest groups change venue to keep the peace as authorities resurrect the notorious Article 112.

This revival of lese-majeste law marks an escalation in the authorities’ campaign against rising pro-democracy protests.

The parliamentary session is Prime Minister Prayut's way of seizing the initiative after months of anti-government protesters.

Despite its lifting of a state of emergency last week, there are reasons to doubt the government's willingness to reform.

Thailand student protesters are increasingly drawing support – and tactics – from Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement.

While the move will dampen public protests, it will do little to address the concerns that have pushed so many Thais into the streets.

Protest organizers have vowed to keep up the pressure on the administration of Prayut Chan-o-cha, which is showing few signs of compromising.

For those wanting a democratic Thailand, is it more important to keep the military in its barracks or the king in his palaces?

The trending call for a republic hinted at the depth of discontent running beneath the current protest movement.

The weekend's demonstrations indicate that the momentum for political reform is unlikely to dissipate any time soon.