The Dhammakaya complex in northern Bangkok has been under siege for nearly three weeks, with more than 4,000 police officers failing to find the sect’s 72-year-old spiritual leader. Despite orders to vacate the 1,000-acre complex, monks and volunteers have remained. In the latest victory for the ruling generals, the governing body of the Buddhist order in Thailand, the Sangha council, became involved in the case. The Makha Bucha Day ceremony for Buddhist monks – in pictures Read more“They are here to protect their own home. Facebook Twitter Pinterest A Thai soldier takes a photograph during the search of the Dhammakaya complex.

Source: The Guardian March 10, 2017 15:06 UTC