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Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Thailand Deploys Fighter Jets Amid Cambodia Conflict Warning: Live Updates
Thailand launched airstrikes against Cambodian forces along their disputed border after troops exchanged fire in a dramatic eruption of tensions between the two Southeast Asian neighbors. The Thai embassy in Cambodia warned its citizens to leave the country as soon as it was safely possible to do so. Thailand accused Cambodian troops of firing firstCambodia says troops acted in self-defense after Thai incursionFirst clash broke out near temple in disputed border areaThailand said its F-16 jets bombed two military headquarters Follow Newsweek for live updates. The Cambodian foreign ministry accused Thai armed forces of launching an "unprovoked, premeditated and deliberate attacks on Cambodian positions along the border areas, including Tamone Thom Temple, Ta Krabey Temple and Mom Bei, in the provinces of Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey." The statement called it an "act of aggression constitutes a blatant and serious violation of international law". "The Royal Government of Cambodia condemns in the strongest possible terms this reckless and hostile act by Thailand," the foreign ministry said. "Such unprovoked military aggression not only endangers peace and stability along our shared border, but also demonstrates utter disregard for regional norms and international legal obligations. "Cambodia calls on Thailand to immediately cease all hostilities, withdraw its forces to its side of the border, and refrain from any further provocative actions that could escalate the situation." Phnom Penh also warned: "Cambodia reaffirms its unwavering commitment to peace, dialogue, and the peaceful resolution of disputes. However, Cambodia also reserves its inherent right to self-defense, as recognized under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, and will take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of its people." The Thai government accused Cambodian forces of laying anti-personnel landmines within Thai territory that caused injuries to patrolling troops in recent days, before the latest clash unfolded. In a statement, the Thai government said "heavy artillery was fired into the Thai military base and continued throughout the morning" on Thursday, July 24, also accusing Cambodian forces of hitting civilian areas, resulting in deaths. Thailand is recalling its ambassador to Cambodia in response, it said, and requested that Cambodia do the same. "The Royal Thai Government urges Cambodia to cease its repeated act which constitutes a severe violation of international law," the statement said. "Such actions fundamentally contradict the principles of good neighborly relations and good faith, and will further undermine Cambodia's reputation and credibility on the global stage. "The Royal Thai Government calls upon Cambodia to take responsibility for the incidents that have occurred, cease attacks against civilian and military targets, and stop all actions that violate Thailand's sovereignty. "The Royal Thai Government is prepared to intensify our self-defense measures if Cambodia persists in its armed attack and violations upon Thailand's sovereignty in accordance with international law and principles." Related Articles Watch World's Favorite Baby Hippo, Moo Deng, Celebrate Her First BirthdayWhere to Rock Climb: The Top Spots WorldwideTeen's Warning After Tourist Mishap With Cat in Thailand Goes ViralWoman Films 'Cute' Vacation Video for Mom-Then Spots What's in the Water 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
The Star
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Hun Manet: ‘Cambodia has no choice but to respond with force against invasion' as F-16 reported downed
Thai air force F-16 fighter jets. One of the jets was reportedly shot down while attacking Cambodian positions on July 24. - FB PHNOM PENH: Fighting continues along the border between Thailand and Cambodia on July 24, at key conflict points: Ta Mone Thom Temple, Ta Krabey Temple, the Mom Bei area and near Preah Vihear Temple. Cambodian leaders have said that Thai soldiers initiated the attack, following Wednesday's announcement of the implementation of the 'Chakraphong Phuvanaat military strategy' by the Thai military. Prime Minister Hun Manet stated that Thai forces launched attacks on Cambodian military positions at the Ta Mone Thom and Ta Krabey temples in Oddar Meanchey province and expanded their assault to the Mom Bei area. 'Cambodia has always adhered to resolving issues peacefully, but in this case, we have no choice but to respond with force against this armed invasion,' he said, via social media. 'The Royal Government of Cambodia, relevant ministries, provincial authorities and especially Cambodia's armed forces are actively and courageously working to protect the nation's sovereignty, territorial integrity and supreme national interests, both on the military battlefield and in diplomatic efforts, while also assisting citizens affected by the Thai military's invasion,' he added. Senate president Hun Sen also confirmed that the Thai military's invasion followed their order issued yesterday (July 23) to close Ta Mone Thom Temple on July 24, after which they began attacking Cambodian forces. 'The Cambodian military has no choice but to resist and counterattack. I urge our fellow Cambodians not to panic, hoard rice or goods, or inflate prices. Please carry on with normal activities in all sectors and places, except in the border areas of Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear provinces, which are under attack from Thai forces,' he posted on social media. Both Manet and Hun Sen called on the public to trust the Royal Government and Cambodia's armed forces. 'Please remain calm and composed, and continue your daily work as usual,' said Hun Sen. Thai media outlet Thai PBS World reported today that the Thai army has launched an operation, known as the 'Chakraphong Phuvanaat military strategy', to deal with Cambodia, following another landmine detonation in the Chong An Ma pass, in which a Thai soldier lost a leg. It noted that the strategy was employed by the Thai army during armed clashes with Cambodia over the Preah Vihear Temple from 2008 to 2011. Cambodian veteran journalist Soy Sopheap reported from the ground that Thailand had used six F-16 fighter jets to drop bombs at the battlefields. He said the Cambodian army claimed to have downed one of the jets. - The Phnom Penh Post/ANN
The Star
22-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Blast sparks new tensions
The country has accused Cambodia of placing landmines in a disputed border area after three soldiers were injured, but Phnom Penh denied the claim and said the soldiers had veered off agreed routes and triggered a mine left behind from decades of war. Thai authorities said the three soldiers were injured by a landmine while on a patrol on July 16 on the Thai side of the disputed border area between Ubon Ratchathani and Cambodia's Preah Vihear province. Cambodia's foreign ministry denied that new mines had been planted, and said in a statement on Monday night that the Thai soldiers deviated from agreed patrol routes into Cambodian territory and into areas that contain unexploded landmines. The country is littered with landmines laid during decades of war. 'The Royal Government of Cambodia categorically denies these baseless and unfounded allegations,' the ministry said. It added the country was fully committed to the Ottawa Convention, an international agreement banning anti-personnel landmines. On Monday, the Thai army said that 10 freshly laid Russian-made PMN-2 type landmines, which are not used or stockpiled by Thailand, were found between July 18 and July 20 in areas near where the soldiers were injured. 'This is a clear violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Thailand and an outright breach of principles that are fundamental to international law,' Maratee Nalita Andamo, deputy spokesperson for the Thai Foreign Ministry, said on Monday in Bangkok. Figures from the Cambodia Mine Action Centre, which estimates there are still four to six million landmines scattered across the country, show five people were killed and a dozen injured by mines and unexploded ordnance in Cambodia in the first four months of 2025. The area where the Thai soldiers were injured is near where a Cambodian soldier was killed in May after a brief exchange of gunfire between the troops. The shooting has since flared into a broader diplomatic dispute between the neighbours that has destabilised the Thai government and seen the Prime Minister suspended from office. — Reuters
TimesLIVE
22-07-2025
- Politics
- TimesLIVE
Landmine dispute escalates tensions between Thailand and Cambodia
The country is littered with landmines laid during decades of war. 'The Royal Government of Cambodia categorically denies the baseless and unfounded allegations,' the ministry said. It added the country was fully committed to the Ottawa Convention, an international agreement banning anti-personnel landmines. On Monday, the Thai army said 10 freshly laid Russian-made PMN-2 type landmines, which are not used or stockpiled by Thailand, were found between July 18 and 20 in areas near where the soldiers were injured. 'This is a clear violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Thailand and an outright breach of principles that are fundamental to international law,' Maratee Nalita Andamo, deputy spokesperson for the Thai foreign ministry, said on Monday in Bangkok. Figures from the Cambodia Mine Action Centre, which estimates there are four to six million landmines scattered across the country, show five people were killed and a dozen injured by mines and unexploded ordnance in Cambodia in the first four months of 2025. The area where the Thai soldiers were injured is near where a Cambodian soldier was killed in May after a brief exchange of gunfire between troops on the two sides. The shooting has since flared into a broader diplomatic dispute between the Southeast Asian neighbours that has destabilised the Thai government and seen the prime minister suspended from office. Thailand said it will issue a formal condemnation and call for accountability from Cambodia for breaching the landmine treaty, and the army will increase vigilance during border patrols. Cambodia said the landmine incident showed the need for the two countries to settle the border dispute at the International Court of Justice. Bangkok has previously said it has never recognised the court's jurisdiction on the issue and prefers to settle the dispute through bilateral mechanisms.
AsiaOne
22-07-2025
- Politics
- AsiaOne
Landmine dispute escalates tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, Asia News
BANGKOK — Thailand has accused Cambodia of placing landmines in a disputed border area after three soldiers were injured, but Phnom Penh denied the claim and said the soldiers had veered off agreed routes and triggered a mine left behind from decades of war. Thai authorities said the three soldiers were injured, with one losing a foot, by a landmine while on a patrol on Wednesday (July 16) on the Thai side of the disputed border area between Ubon Ratchathani and Cambodia's Preah Vihear province. Cambodia's foreign ministry denied that new mines had been planted, and said in a statement on Monday night that the Thai soldiers deviated from agreed patrol routes into Cambodian territory and into areas that contain unexploded landmines. The country is littered with landmines laid during decades of war. "The Royal Government of Cambodia categorically denies these baseless and unfounded allegations," the ministry said. It added the country was fully committed to the Ottawa Convention, an international agreement banning antipersonnel landmines. On Monday, the Thai army said that 10 freshly laid Russian-made PMN-2 type landmines, which are not used or stockpiled by Thailand, were found between July 18 and July 20 in areas near where the soldiers were injured. "This is a clear violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Thailand and an outright breach of principles that are fundamental to international law," Maratee Nalita Andamo, deputy spokesperson for the Thai Foreign Ministry, said on Monday in Bangkok. Figures from the Cambodia Mine Action Centre, which estimates there are still four to six million landmines scattered across the country, show five people were killed and a dozen injured by mines and unexploded ordnance in Cambodia in the first four months of 2025. The area where the Thai soldiers were injured is near where a Cambodian soldier was killed in May after a brief exchange of gunfire between troops on both sides. The shooting has since flared into a broader diplomatic dispute between the Southeast Asian neighbours that has destabilised the Thai government and seen the Prime Minister suspended from office. Thailand said it will issue a formal condemnation and call for accountability from Cambodia for breaching the landmine treaty, and the army will also increase vigilance during border patrols. Cambodia said the landmine incident showed the need for both countries to settle the border dispute at the International Court of Justice. Bangkok has previously said it has never recognised the court's jurisdiction on the issue and prefers to settle the dispute through bilateral mechanisms. [[nid:720084]]
