Editorial photo #118448 Unrest, Conflicts and War
Thailand under martial law
A bloodstain where 3 people were shot dead and a hand grenade exploded in Bangkok. Thailand's army chief announced in a televised address to the nation on May 22 that the armed forces were seizing power after months of deadly political turmoil. The commander-in-chief, who invoked martial law on Tuesday, said the coup was needed to prevent the conflict escalating. (Photo by George Nickels/NurPhoto)
