Thailand to Investigate Those Behind Protests, Premier Says
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Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-Ocha plans to order an investigation to identify the people behind the student-led protests sweeping the country, even as he promised to resolve the tension peacefully.
Speaking at a media briefing after the cabinet meeting, Prayuth pleaded with protesters not to use demonstrations as a platform to stir unrest and said the government “is being very careful” not to inflame the situation.