The May 22 coup has drawn mixed reactions from all sides of the political divide. Soldiers are greeted with flowers, food and water from army supporters. On the other side, some troops are insulted and harassed by those who are against the military take-over. Several gatherings in the past week almost got out of hand and have raised concerns of possible violence. 
28 MAY 2014

Mixed feelings over coup

The May 22 coup has drawn mixed reactions from all sides of the political divide. Soldiers are greeted with flowers, food and water from army supporters. On the other side, some troops are insulted and harassed by those who are against the military take-over. Several gatherings in the past week almost got out of hand and have raised concerns of possible violence. 

 
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Mixed feelings over coup
Troops give drinking water to a woman and her son on a hot afternoon. The boy salute at the soldiers in return.
Mixed feelings over coup
Mixed feelings over coup
Roads near the parliament are open for after the army take control of the area.
Mixed feelings over coup
Despite the ban, those who oppose the coup hold rallies at several key locations in the capital.
Mixed feelings over coup
Troops oversee traffic control and road safety.
Mixed feelings over coup
Troops disperse the rally on Ploenchit Road.
Mixed feelings over coup
Mixed feelings over coup
Troops disperse an anti-coup gathering on Ploenchit Road on Sunday.
Mixed feelings over coup
A group of people gather outside the Army Club on Thewet Road to show support for the troops.
Mixed feelings over coup
Anti-coup protesters confront soldiers.
Mixed feelings over coup
"Thanks for fixing my ride"
Mixed feelings over coup
Some anti-coup protesters have been detained following a minor clash with the soldiers near the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre on Pathumwan Road.
Mixed feelings over coup
Coup supporters hand flowers to military officers as a symbol of support.
Mixed feelings over coup
Soldiers are presented with flowers, picnic bags and water from coup supporters.