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Thailand elections not for a year, says coup leader
Source: BBC News
The leader of Thailand's military coup has rules out elections for more than a year, to allow time for political reconciliation and reform.
In a televised address, Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha called on all sides to co-operate and stop protesting to make the plan succeed.
The military seized power in Thailand on 22 May, saying it wanted to return stability after months of unrest.
The coup leaders received royal endorsement on Monday.
Read more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-27642971
