Cambodia Military Base Explosion Kills 20, Ruled an Accident

The Cambodian Defense Ministry attributes the fatal blast to technical issues with old ammunition, exacerbated by a severe heatwave.

A massive explosion at a Cambodian military base killed 20 soldiers and injured others due to mishandled, degraded ammunition.
The Defense Ministry dismissed claims of an attack, emphasizing the blast was accidental and warned against spreading false information.
Scorching temperatures contributed to the detonation of old munitions, highlighting the impact of a regional heatwave on safety standards.
Images from the site show significant destruction, with damaged buildings and vehicles, affecting soldiers and nearby villagers.
Families of the deceased soldiers will receive compensation, while injured parties have been promised financial aid.