In Thailand, troops have fired live rounds at anti-government protesters as clashes intensify in the streets of Bangkok. At least two people have reportedly died, and two journalists have been shot. Thai troops are attempting to reclaim parts of the city’s center, which have been turned into a camp by the protesters known as the Red Shirts. Authorities have cut off water and electricity to the protesters’ sprawling camp. Tension in Thailand has increased markedly over the past twenty-four hours. On Thursday, a renegade Thai general who leads the red shirt movement was shot in the head by a sniper. The general, Khattiya Sawasdipol, was shot while giving an interview with the New York Times. He is now on life support. Two weeks ago, the general was interviewed on France 24 and was asked if he was afraid for his safety.