The unrest in Thailand that began months ago turned into chaos this past week when the military took control of the country and declared martial law. However, many people of all political ideologies oppose the military overthrow of democracy.

This is the 12th successful coup in Thai history, which continued the wave of political unrest instigated by the administration of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra. Following her removal by a court, the military declared martial law and subsequently dissolved what remained of parliament, the last democratic body in the nation, according to the Wall Street Journal.

However, spontaneous protests continue to defy military rule and soldiers have been arresting protestors belonging to the Red Shirts movement as well as other detractors. No one is sure whether the new military leader Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha will include the other political opponents, particularly the Red Shirts, reports the Journal. However, protestors continue to march.

Hundreds converged at the Victory Monument in central Bangkok on Saturday calling for a return to democracy. Other smaller protests sprouted around the city, according to the Journal, and are considered some of the most vehement opposition to the military since 2006. The Red Shirts group has been the most angered by the coup.

Founded after the 2006 coup, the Red Shirts support populist former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. However, his sister Yingluck did not fare as well. She was imprisoned, but was released on Saturday.

According to CNN, Ms. Yingluck was released in an attempt by the military to preserve order. She was ordered to appear before the National Council for Peace and Order, the junta's official name, on Friday along with 100 others. However, according to military sources speaking with CNN, the former prime minister was asked to "help us maintain peace and order and not to get involved with protesters or any political movement."

However, peace may not be arriving soon. Protests continue and, as a result of the militaries actions, the U.S. has suspended aid to the nation. A State Department statement also announced that the U.S. has cancelled all upcoming engagements with the Thai government, including training programs with the Royal Thai Police and a U.S.-sponsored study trip for Royal Thai Police officers.

Despite losing face with the U.S. government, the military junta received the blessing of Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The 86-year-old is expected to give the military his blessing on Monday at the Royal Thai Army headquarters in Bangkok.