UN Chief Condemns Armed Attacks in Thailand


(MENAFN- Qatar News Agency) United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for an immediate end to escalating violence in Thailand, and urged authorities to bring those responsible to justice.



In a statement issued by his spokesperson in New York on Monday, Ban condemned the aggression, which included armed attacks this weekend against anti-Government protester



At least two children were killed in the attacks, UN news center reporte



"The Secretary-General believes strongly that there should be no place for violence by any side in resolving political differences and disputes," his spokesperson stressed, adding that Ban is ready to assist in any way possibl



The top UN official has called on all sides to respect human rights and the rule of law, prevent any new attacks and "engage in meaningful dialogue" toward ending the crisis and advancing refor



The Thai protesters are reportedly seeking to overthrow Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra's administration and implement anti-corruption reform



Authorities imposed emergency security measures last month.


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