(VOVworld) - The military junta running Thailand has lifted the nationwide curfew it imposed last month after seizing power following months of political turmoil.

Bangkok has been under curfew since the coup (Photo: AP)

The curfew, imposed by General Prayuth Chan-ocha, had already ended in most of the country. Friday's TV announcement said the decision to lift it altogether was taken amid an "improved" situation "and in order to improve tourism". The coup followed protests to oust the government of PM Yingluck Shinawatra. At least 28 people were killed and several hundred injured during the unrest. The army's removal of the elected government drew widespread international criticism. The military has since cracked down on dissent, detaining hundreds of potential opponents and releasing them with warnings about their future behavior.