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Bangkok Post
a day ago
- Politics
- Bangkok Post
Surin people warned of risks within 120km of Cambodian border
Authorities have warned people in the northeastern province of Surin to avoid crowded areas within a 120-kilometre range of the border with Cambodia for their safety. Government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub said on Monday that people were advised to avoid crowded areas within a 120km radius of the border – including military units, hospitals, schools, shopping malls, convenience stores and communities. 'If there is a necessity to visit at-risk areas, please make the visits as short as possible and rush back home, especially for people living in districts near the border,' the spokesman said. The warning was issued as border tensions were escalating – especially in Buachet, Kap Choeng, Phanong Dong Rak and Sangkha districts. It was based on an announcement by Surin governor Chamnan Chuenta warning local people to beware of consequences from the fighting along the Thai-Cambodian border.
The Independent
a day ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Thailand and Cambodia to talk peace in Malaysia after Trump's tariff threat
Cambodian and Thai leaders will meet on Monday for talks to end the border conflict that has left at least 35 people dead and displaced thousands more. Cambodian premier Hun Manet will meet Thai acting prime minister Phumtham Wechayachai in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur to seek a resolution to the deadliest conflict in more than a decade between the Southeast Asian countries, Thai government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsub said, adding that they will be joined by American and Chinese delegates. The Cambodian prime minister confirmed his participation late Sunday night. He also said China, a close ally, will attend the meeting. 'I will lead the Cambodian delegation to attend a special meeting in Kuala Lumpur hosted by Malaysia and co-organised by the United States and with participation of China,' he said. The conflict, which began on 24 July, has killed at least 35 people and displaced over 200,000 on both sides of the disputed border. US secretary of state Marco Rubio said American officials were in Malaysia to help secure peace. Donald Trump had earlier said he thought the leaders of both Thailand and Cambodia wanted to settle the conflict. "We want this conflict to end as soon as possible," Mr Rubio said. "State Department officials are on the ground in Malaysia to assist these peace efforts.' The talks will start at 3pm local time. After the conflict broke out last week, Malaysia offered to facilitate talks to end the hostilities in its role as the current chair of the Asean regional bloc. The breakthrough came after Mr Trump said that Thai and Cambodian leaders were willing to 'quickly work out a ceasefire'. The US president said on Sunday he had threatened to pull out of deals to reduce tariffs on both nations unless they agreed to stop fighting. 'I called the prime minister of each and said, 'We're not going to make a trade deal unless you settle a war.' I think they want to settle," he said. Both countries thanked Mr Trump for his efforts even as fighting continued through Sunday. The Cambodian premier said earlier on Sunday his country had agreed to pursue an 'immediate and unconditional ceasefire'. He said Mr Trump had told him Thailand was ready to end fighting following the American president's conversation with the acting prime minister. Mr Phumtham thanked the US president and qualified Thailand's position saying that it had agreed in principle to a ceasefire but stressed the need for 'sincere intention' from Cambodia, according to the Thai foreign ministry. The fighting started on Thursday after a landmine explosion wounded Thai soldiers and gunshots were fired, with each side blaming the other for starting the clashes. The 817km frontier between Thailand and Cambodia has been disputed for decades but previous confrontations have been limited and brief. In the latest conflict, both sides have employed rocket and artillery systems, and a Thai military spokesperson confirmed cluster munitions could be used 'when necessary' after Cambodia claimed the internationally prohibited weapons were being deployed by the neighbouring country.
Bangkok Post
4 days ago
- Politics
- Bangkok Post
Thai-Cambodian border tensions erupt
Thailand is calling on the international community to condemn Cambodia's attack on civilian targets in the country, which resulted in the deaths of at least 11 people. As Thai and Cambodian forces traded fire along the border on Thursday, government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub insisted that Cambodia was the one who fired the first shot, before condemning the neighbouring country as "inhumane" and "war-hungry". The army said the confrontation began after Cambodian troops opened fire on Thai positions near the ancient Ta Muean Thom temple in Surin's Phanom Dong Rak district, which is located along the border. The clashes subsequently spread to six other areas along the Thai-Cambodian border in the province. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin said at least 12 Thai citizens -- 11 civilians and one soldier -- were killed in the clashes, while about 30 others sustained various injuries. However, Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said the attacks resulted in 11 deaths -- 10 civilians and one soldier -- and 28 injuries, including 24 civilians and four military personnel. Military sources said Cambodian troops have placed multiple-launch rocket systems along the border. They claimed the rocket launchers are pointed towards populated areas, which could worsen the humanitarian impact of the conflict. In response to the bombardment of Thai homes by Cambodian artillery, the Thai armed forces launched a targeted air operation, with F-16 fighter jets deployed to strike two Cambodian command centres to disperse enemy forces. The border conflict intensified throughout Thursday, with Cambodian forces firing artillery rounds at about 10 locations in four Thai provinces: Si Sa Ket, Buri Ram, Ubon Ratchathani, and Surin. Thai authorities are currently assessing the full scale of the damage, and emergency services have been mobilised to assist affected communities. Official response Mr Jirayu said the Foreign Affairs Ministry will be lodging formal protests with international organisations in response to Cambodia's hostile actions. He insisted that Cambodian forces initiated the conflict, and blasted their continued use of heavy weaponry against civilian targets. "We call upon the international community to condemn Cambodia's actions. Cambodia has shown itself to be a nation driven by a hunger for war, with complete disregard for human rights and humanitarian principles of any kind," he said. The Royal Thai Army has also strongly condemned Cambodia's actions, in particular, its use of force against civilians in Thai territory, saying the strikes constituted a grave breach of international humanitarian principles. In the statement, the military reaffirmed its commitment to defending national sovereignty and protecting Thai citizens from any act of aggression. Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra also took to her Facebook page to condemn Cambodia's attacks. "I condemn Cambodia for the use of violence and act of aggression along the Thai border, by which the Cambodian side initiated the use of arms and fired into Thai territory -- impacting both officials and innocent civilians. Such action constitutes a clear violation of international legal norms, especially fundamental human rights and ethical principles," she said in her post. F-16s strike back In response to Cambodia's aggression, the Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTAF) deployed F-16 fighter jets to support ground operations along the Thai–Cambodian border. According to military sources, six jets carried out precision strikes targeting Cambodian artillery positions shelling Thai civilian areas. Specifically, the operation focused on two key Cambodian military installations: the 8th Support Regiment Headquarters and the 9th Support Regiment, which were being used as command centres to coordinate attacks on Thai villages. The air operation, lasting 20 minutes, was successfully completed without incident. All six F-16 aircraft safely returned to their base. Around 11.40am, Thai ground forces blocked off a key access route leading up to Phu Makuea in Si Sa Ket to prevent further incursions. At 4.40pm, the RTAF ordered another airstrike, deploying four F-16 fighter jets to hit Cambodian military positions near the disputed Ta Muean Thom temple in Phanom Dong Rak district, Surin. According to the sources, the jets successfully hit their designated targets in the southern sector of the temple, and all aircraft returned safely to base following the mission. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, which have intensified following earlier clashes and accusations of landmine placements and attacks on civilian targets.
Bangkok Post
4 days ago
- Politics
- Bangkok Post
Border tensions erupt
Thailand is calling on the international community to condemn Cambodia's attack on civilian targets in the country, which resulted in the deaths of at least 11 people. As Thai and Cambodian forces traded fire along the border on Thursday, government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub insisted that Cambodia was the one who fired the first shot, before condemning the neighbouring country as "inhumane" and "war-hungry". The army said the confrontation began after Cambodian troops opened fire on Thai positions near the ancient Ta Muean Thom temple in Surin's Phanom Dong Rak district, which is located along the border. The clashes subsequently spread to six other areas along the Thai-Cambodian border in the province. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin said at least 12 Thai citizens -- 11 civilians and one soldier -- were killed in the clashes, while about 30 others sustained various injuries. However, Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said the attacks resulted in 11 deaths -- 10 civilians and one soldier -- and 28 injuries, including 24 civilians and four military personnel. Military sources said Cambodian troops have placed multiple-launch rocket systems along the border. They claimed the rocket launchers are pointed towards populated areas, which could worsen the humanitarian impact of the conflict. In response to the bombardment of Thai homes by Cambodian artillery, the Thai armed forces launched a targeted air operation, with F-16 fighter jets deployed to strike two Cambodian command centres to disperse enemy forces. The border conflict intensified throughout Thursday, with Cambodian forces firing artillery rounds at about 10 locations in four Thai provinces: Si Sa Ket, Buri Ram, Ubon Ratchathani, and Surin. Thai authorities are currently assessing the full scale of the damage, and emergency services have been mobilised to assist affected communities. Official response Mr Jirayu said the Foreign Affairs Ministry will be lodging formal protests with international organisations in response to Cambodia's hostile actions. He insisted that Cambodian forces initiated the conflict, and blasted their continued use of heavy weaponry against civilian targets. "We call upon the international community to condemn Cambodia's actions. Cambodia has shown itself to be a nation driven by a hunger for war, with complete disregard for human rights and humanitarian principles of any kind," he said. The Royal Thai Army has also strongly condemned Cambodia's actions, in particular, its use of force against civilians in Thai territory, saying the strikes constituted a grave breach of international humanitarian principles. In the statement, the military reaffirmed its commitment to defending national sovereignty and protecting Thai citizens from any act of aggression. Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra also took to her Facebook page to condemn Cambodia's attacks. "I condemn Cambodia for the use of violence and act of aggression along the Thai border, by which the Cambodian side initiated the use of arms and fired into Thai territory -- impacting both officials and innocent civilians. Such action constitutes a clear violation of international legal norms, especially fundamental human rights and ethical principles," she said in her post. F-16s strike back In response to Cambodia's aggression, the Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTAF) deployed F-16 fighter jets to support ground operations along the Thai–Cambodian border. According to military sources, six jets carried out precision strikes targeting Cambodian artillery positions shelling Thai civilian areas. Specifically, the operation focused on two key Cambodian military installations: the 8th Support Regiment Headquarters and the 9th Support Regiment, which were being used as command centres to coordinate attacks on Thai villages. The air operation, lasting 20 minutes, was successfully completed without incident. All six F-16 aircraft safely returned to their base. Around 11.40am, Thai ground forces blocked off a key access route leading up to Phu Makuea in Si Sa Ket to prevent further incursions. At 4.40pm, the RTAF ordered another airstrike, deploying four F-16 fighter jets to hit Cambodian military positions near the disputed Ta Muean Thom temple in Phanom Dong Rak district, Surin. According to the sources, the jets successfully hit their designated targets in the southern sector of the temple, and all aircraft returned safely to base following the mission. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, which have intensified following earlier clashes and accusations of landmine placements and attacks on civilian targets.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Thailand Cambodia News Live: Cambodia's attacks on Thailand kill 9 civilians, wound 14
Thailand Cambodia War Live Updates: Armed clashes broke out between Thailand and Cambodia in long-disputed border areas, rapidly escalating months-long attacks on Thailand kill 9 civilians, wound 14. Thailand Cambodia Conflict Live: Smoke rises from a convenience store at a gas station, amid the clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, in Kantharalak district, Sisaket province, Thailand. Thailand Cambodia War Live Updates: Armed clashes broke out between Thailand and Cambodia in long-disputed border areas, rapidly escalating months-long tensions. Cambodia's attacks on Thailand kill 9 civilians, wound 14 Thailand Cambodia News Live: Cambodia attacks have killed 11 civilians Thailand Cambodia Border Clash Live: As many as 11 Thai civilians and one soldier have been killed in the latest outbreak of border hostilities with Cambodia that began on Thursday, Thailand's health minister said. Thailand Cambodia News Live: Thai embassy urges nationals to leave Cambodia over border clashes Thailand Cambodia Border Clash Live: Thailand's embassy in Phnom Penh has urged its nationals to leave Cambodia as troops from the two countries clashed over a disputed border area. The embassy said in a Facebook post that Thais should leave Cambodia "as soon as possible" unless they had urgent reasons to remain. Thailand Cambodia News Live: Cambodia, Thailand exchange fire in fresh border clashes Thailand Cambodia Border Clash Live: Cambodian and Thai troops exchanged fire in a new round of clashes at a disputed border area on Thursday, both sides said. Both the Cambodian defence ministry and the Thai army accused the other side of firing first in the incident, the latest flare-up in a long-running row over border demarcation near two ancient temples. Thailand Cambodia News Live: Thailand recalls ambassador to Cambodia amid border disputes Thailand Cambodia Border Clash Live: Thailand has recalled ambassador to Cambodia amid border dispute, Ruling Pheu Thai party said on social media. Thailand Cambodia News Live: Thailand closed all border points with Cambodia Thailand Cambodia Border Clash Live: Amid clashes, Thai military official said, "Thailand is closing all border points with Cambodia." Thailand Cambodia News Live: Thailand condemns Cambodia over border clashes Thailand Cambodia Border Clash Live: Thailand condemned Cambodia on Thursday as "inhumane, brutal and war-hungry", accusing it of targeting homes and civilian infrastructure with artillery in clashes over a disputed border. Government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub called on the international community to condemn Cambodia for its artillery barrage, which has killed at least one person and wounded several more.
