Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha left reporters stunned and amused on Tuesday when he interrupted his own news conference to spray them with hand sanitiser in a bid to dodge tough questions. Reporters are seen trying to cover their faces from the spray as he walks along the front of the assembled press. Thailand has seen demonstrations in recent weeks denouncing last month's military coup in Myanmar and a deadly crackdown by security forces on protesters. The memo did not specifically mention demonstrations about Myanmar, but said the request covers protests in 'Bangkok, United Nations, embassies'. Thailand has called for restraint and dialogue in Myanmar, but has stopped short of criticising the military for seizing power.

Source: Daily Mail March 09, 2021 20:26 UTC