Thai firefighters train a hose on a burning bus after anti-government protesters set up the roadblock and set the bus ablaze during the protest today. (Photo from The Daily Mail)Thai Soldiers Spray Gunfire, Tear Gas At Protest -- Yahoo News/AP
BANGKOK – Thousands of Thai troops, firing automatic weapons and tear gas, forced anti-government protesters rampaging across Bangkok to retreat Monday to their main encampment ringing the seat of government. The demonstrators said they were prepared for a "final stand."
In a major escalation of Thailand's ongoing turmoil, protesters and combat troops locked in a series of tense confrontations and cat-and-mouse chases for 12 hours. At least 79 people were reported injured. The army spokesman said troops fired blank bullets into the crowds and live shots overhead.
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