Thailand’s army chief has announced that the military is taking control of the government and has suspended the constitution.
In a televised statement, Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha said the military would restore order and enact political reforms in the South-East Asian nation.
The coup came after two days of inconclusive talks between the main political factions.
Thailand has been in political turmoil for months.
On Tuesday the army imposed martial law.
A curfew has now been declared, effective across the country from 22:00 to 05:00 local time.
Footage showed the moment political leaders were driven away from the talks
Political party leaders, including opposition leader Suthep Thaugsuban, were taken away from the talks venue after troops sealed off the area.
Troops have reportedly fired into the air to disperse groups of rival supporters.
BBC