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101 East looks back at the events leading up to the battle in Thailand’s capital.

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101 East – Battle in Bangkok

Fires are still burning in Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, a day after the military used force to clear thousands of anti-government protesters off the streets. A night time curfew has been extended for three more days in Bangkok and more than 20 of the country’s provinces. Wayne Hay reports from a temple in the city centre – a designated safe zone – where at least six people were found dead (20 June 2010).

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Bangkok remains tense post-violence

Leaders of the anti-government ‘Red Shirt’ protests in Bangkok have surrendered, after troops stormed their camp. They say they gave themselves up to prevent more bloodshed. But it fuelled an increase in violence in the Thai capital, as determined demonstrators set buildings on fire – including a TV station and the stock exchange. The government’s imposing a strict curfew across the city, which has been crippled by the unrest.

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Bangkok on fire as Thai troops battle Red Shirts, curfew imposed

In the Thai capital Bangkok, anti-government protesters have surrendered after an armed assault on their fortified encampment. Troops say the situations under control after 7 key ‘Red Shirt’ leaders gave themselves up to prevent further bloodshed. It comes after two protesters and an Italian news photographer were killed when the camp was stormed. 42 people have died and more than 300 injured in clashes during the last week. Demonstrators had been calling for resignation of the Primer and fresh elections.

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Thai Protest Crushed: Video of bloody crackdown on Red Shirts in Bangkok