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The Star
21 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Defence minister demands public apology for assault on Cambodian soldier at Ta Mone Thom
A former Thai soldier assaulted a Cambodian in uniform at Ta Mone Thom Temple on July 13. Defence minister Tea Seiha (left) has called for a public apology. - Supplied PHNOM PENH: Cambodia's National Defence Minister has demanded that a former Thai patrol soldier, along with Thai authorities, issue a public apology for the unprovoked assault on a Cambodian soldier that took place at Ta Mone Thom temple on July 13. This demand was made in spite of the fact that the suspect has already been arrested by Thai authorities and is facing legal consequences. Speaking today, July 15, at an event to welcome Cambodian peacekeepers returning from the Central Africa Republic, defence minister Tea Seiha explained that on July 13, the former Thai soldier initially approached to shake hands but then suddenly attacked the Cambodian. 'If there was just an apology, I would be satisfied. There could be an apology; I believe there has been an informal apology. However, it hasn't been publicly announced that he apologized to Cambodia,' Seiha said. He further noted that the suspect, identified as 'Sommai', claimed he attacked the Cambodian soldier out of anger after seeing Cambodian civilians at Ta Mone Thom. He alleged that Cambodian soldiers prevented Thai civilians from accessing the temple. According to Seiha, Sommai face legal action in Thailand, as Thai authorities claim Ta Mone Thom belongs to them and plan to prosecute him in a Thai court. However, the minister argued that the suspect should be tried in Cambodia since the incident occurred on Cambodian soil. For now, Cambodia is monitoring the situation. 'What frustrates me even more is that some Thai lawyers have volunteered to defend him. Defending someone when the crime is clear is pointless. Where is the respect for the law in Thailand?' he asked. He noted that the lawyers publicly volunteered their services on social media, seemingly to gain popularity. The arrest was widely reported in Thai media but no updates on the nature of the charges he will face have been made available. - The Phnom Penh Post/ANN
Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Gujarat Gambhira bridge collapse: Death toll rises to 13, two more bodies recovered
Vadodara: The death toll in the Gambhira bridge collapse incident in Gujarat's Vadodara has risen to 13 as two more bodies recovered from the site of the incident, authorities said on Thursday. A section of the Gambhira bridge connecting Vadodara and Anand collapsed a day ago and fell into the Mahisagar river below. Rescue operation continued this morning and Vadodara District Collector Anil Dhameliya visited the site today. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Seiha: Unsold Furniture Liquidation 2024 (Prices May Surprise You) Unsold Furniture | Search Ads Learn More Undo The Collector and other officials of the local administration have been visiting and taking stock of the relief and rescue operations on site of collapse since Wednesday. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are conducting the rescue and relief operations on the second day of the incident. Live Events The Union Home Minister, Amit Shah had on yesterday expressed deep sorrow over the bridge collapse incident. "The accident that occured in Vadodara district of Gujarat is very tragic. The NDRF team hs reached the accident site and is engaged in relief and rescue operations, and all possible assistance is beibg provided to the victims. My condolences are with those who have lost their loved ones in this accident. I pray to god for the speedy recovery of the injured," Amit Shah wrote on X. Vadodara Superintendent of Police (SP) Rohan Anand siad yeaeterday that a 10-15 metre slab in the middle of the bridge had collapsed. Two trucks, two pickup vans, and a rickshaw fell into the river while two vehicles remained stranded on the bridge. He said yesterday that nine people have been rescued, five of them have been referred to the SSG Hospital. "None of the people who have been rescued are critical," he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of the deceased in the bridge collapse. The injured would be given Rs 50,000. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh for the families of those who died in the bridge collapse in also announced Rs 50,000 for the injured.
The Star
22-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Defence Minister: Cambodia won't invade, lacks jets to reach Bangkok
Defence Minister Tea Seiha has reiterated that Cambodia's military capabilities are defensive, not offensive. - Photo: Facebook PHNOM PENH: Minister of National Defence Tea Seiha has made it clear that Cambodia may not possess fighter jets or warships but has the capability to defend the country, including air defence systems, anti-tank guns and coastal defence weapons. Speaking on Friday (June 20) morning, he said Cambodia has collaborated with friendly partners to upgrade its defence capabilities, not to invade others, and emphasised that Cambodia does not have fighter jets capable of reaching Bangkok. "Thailand posts photos of their missiles, fighter jets, large artillery pieces and warships, and weapons for land, sea and air. "What does Cambodia have? Let me clarify, Cambodia has no fighter jets or warships because Cambodia focuses only on defensive capabilities. We have air defence guns, anti-tank guns, and coastal defence guns," he said. 'Cambodia has worked with some friendly partners to enhance our military capabilities solely for national defence, absolutely not to build up weapons for invading others,' he added. Seiha's remarks come amid ongoing tensions along the Cambodia-Thailand border. Recently, the defence ministry noted that Thailand has increased activities such as deploying drones, digging trenches, mobilising weapons and support equipment, constructing infrastructure and increasing troop numbers along the border of Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey provinces. The ministry stated that these actions pose a serious threat to the peace and security of both countries. On June 19, a spokesperson for Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs acknowledged that earthworks were being constructed, but claimed they were conducted within Thai territory. Seiha emphasised that Cambodia does not want war with any country and has referred the border dispute with Thailand to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for a peaceful resolution. He noted that the ICJ's decision may not guarantee territorial gains for either side, as it depends on the court's findings. He added that the outcome from the ICJ would ensure peace and clarity regarding the border between the two nations. He further stated that resolving the issue through a 2000 memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been impossible, and Thailand and Cambodia have not conducted joint border surveys since 2012 or 2013, primarily due to using different maps. He also claimed that over the past decade, since bilateral talks through the Joint Boundary Commission stalled, Thailand has violated the memorandum 695 times, on a provisional basis. 'I say provisionally because there could be more, such as road construction and patrolling without notifying Cambodia,' he said. - The Phnom Penh Post/ANN
The Star
15-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Two Cambodian peacekeepers killed during mission in South Sudan: minister
Two Cambodian military personnel had died on their mission in Malakal town, Upper Nile State. PHNOM PENH: Two Cambodian military personnel, who were on a peacekeeping mission in the conflict-torn East African nation of South Sudan, had been killed, Defense Minister Gen. Tea Seiha said on Wednesday (May 14). Seiha, who is also a deputy prime minister, said the two peacekeepers had died on their mission in Malakal town, Upper Nile State. "This is the loss of two outstanding military personnel, who had sacrificed their lives for the cause of maintaining peace under the umbrella of the United Nations," he said in a post on his official Facebook page. "I pray for their souls to rest in peace," he added. Cambodia sent 73 military personnel to South Sudan in February to join a United Nations (UN) peacekeeping mission. The Southeast Asian nation first sent troops overseas on the UN peacekeeping missions in 2006. So far, the country has dispatched a total of 9,826 peacekeepers, including 857 women, to join UN peacekeeping missions in 10 countries, according to the National Centre for Peacekeeping Forces. Currently, the Cambodian peacekeepers have been serving in UN peacekeeping operations in South Sudan, Lebanon, the Central African Republic, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. - Xinhua
