Asked about the motives behind those who are spreading the coup rumour, the general said: "It is disinformation, a signal sent out to say 'I know what you are up to'," he added. Coup rumours have periodically emerged during this time of growing political tension.
Thaksin's opponents would try to prevent an election out of fear that the premier would make a comeback.
Thaksin has also realised that his chances of returning to power are very slim. He is pondering the right time to announce his decision about taking a break from politics. But he is afraid that once he is out of power, the new government might go after him and seize his family's assets.
Meanwhile, there is some indication that Thaksin would likely stay abroad for a while during this time of heightened tension.