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Page last updated at 14:50 GMT, Friday, 14 May 2010 15:50 UK

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In pictures: Bangkok unrest

Protesters throw stones in Bangkok on 14 May 2010

Violent clashes have broken out in the Thai capital Bangkok, as the military moved in to end a two-month stand-off with anti-government protesters.

Troops open fire in Bangkok on 14 May 2010

Thousands of troops advanced into the heart of the city, some firing live bullets and tear gas.

Protesters fire fireworks in Bangkok on 14 May 2010

The so-called red-shirt demonstrators responded by shooting fireworks and hurling stones.

A demonstrator in Bangkok strips down to his underwear to show he is unarmed (14 May 2010)

Some protesters stripped down to their underwear to prove to troops that they were unarmed

Medics carry an injured demonstrator (14 May 2010)

At least four people have been killed in the latest violence, which escalated after a renegade general who backed the protesters was shot and critically injured on Thursday.

Protesters help wounded journalist in Bangkok on 14 May 2010

On Friday, a journalist (pictured) for a French TV channel was also shot, and there were reports that two Thai reporters had been hit by gunfire.

Protesters arrested in Bangkok on 14 May 2010

A number of demonstrators were arrested, as their leaders vowed not to back down until Prime Minsiter Abhisit Vejjajiva's government was dissolved.

The government has been shutting down supply lines to the protesters' camps.

Protesters fill sandbags in Bangkok on 14 May 2010

But the red-shirts had fortified their positions and replenished their supplies over recent weeks in anticipation of military action.

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