Thailand and Cambodia Exchange Artillery Fire and Airstrikes in Decade's Most Severe Border Clash
THAILAND, JUL 25 – The clashes follow landmine injuries to Thai soldiers and involve airstrikes, artillery, and rocket fire, killing at least nine Thai civilians and injuring 14, officials said.
- On Wednesday, Thailand expelled Cambodia’s ambassador and recalled its envoy after land mine explosion wounded five soldiers, one losing a leg, government said.
- Since July 24, tensions have been rising after a border clash near the Preah Vihear temple killed a Cambodian soldier.
- On July 24, 2025, Cambodian forces launched artillery attacks on civilian targets in Thai territory, and Thailand responded with aerial strikes on military camps.
- Following diplomatic actions, Thailand closed its border crossings with Cambodia, and the government urged Thai nationals in Cambodia to leave and avoid non-essential travel.
- Neighbouring countries called for de-escalation, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia is contacting both sides to help de-escalate tensions and would speak with his counterparts by day’s end.
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At least 12 dead in Thai-Cambodian clashes
What happenedDiplomatic ties between Bangkok and Phnom Penh have collapsed to their "lowest level in years," said CNN. Fighting between Thai and Cambodian forces Thursday left at least 12 dead, following Thai airstrikes along the "long disputed border."Both countries "accused the other of striking first," said The New York Times, with Thailand claiming Cambodia had fired rockets into "civilian areas."Who said whatTensions between the countries h…
·Washington, United States
Read Full ArticleAs fighting enters day two, neither Cambodia or Thailand seem willing to back down just yet
Close to the border in Si Sa Ket province, Sky News heard the loud rumble and rattle of Thailand's clashes with Cambodia, the thump of artillery strikes, and the fairly constant exchange of gunfire.
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