News: Police condemned for beating volunteer medic

Police are under fire for attacking a volunteer medic during a pro-democracy protest on Saturday night that ended with eight demonstrators detained and 20 wounded.

A group representing doctors who work in provincial hospitals issued a statement on Sunday denouncing police for beating a medical volunteer outside the Supreme Court compound near Sanam Luang. The group, the Rural Doctor Society, demanded explanations and legal action against those responsible, saying it was a serious violation of human rights.

Source: https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/politics/2068055/police-condemned-for-beating-volunteer-medic

News: Protesters pledge to escalate rallies

Hold the line: Anti-riot police covered in paint thrown by protesters near the Royal Palace. Police had cordoned off areas near the palace amid a demonstration by the Ratsadorn group calling for the release of four protest leaders and the amending of the lese majeste law.

Anti-government protesters are planning to hold a mass rally on Feb 20 to demand the release of their four leaders. They also vowed to escalate rallies unless the leaders are released.

Source:  https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2067711/