(VOVworld) – Around 6,000 Thai soldiers and policemen were deployed in different localities in Bangkok on Sunday as part of the authorities’ efforts to prevent anti-coup protest.

Police hold a briefing as they take position in anticipation of possible further protests against a military coup, in Bangkok's shopping district June 1. Photo: Reuters

Deputy Police Chief Somyot Poompanmoung said that 38 teams of both police and soldiers were being deployed at 8 areas in Bangkok and there have not been signs of protest. Earlier, Army chief Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha had warned protesters of strict punishments. Tensions have escalated since the army conducted a coup to topple the government on May 22 with and explanation that this action was necessary to restore order after 7 months of political instability.