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Thailand and Cambodia Report New Border Clashes, Testing Ceasefire

Each side blames the other for firing near Ubon Ratchathani by the disputed Preah Vihear sector.

Overview

  • Thailand’s army says Cambodian soldiers fired into the Chong An Ma area in Ubon Ratchathani and placed the Suranaree Task Force on alert, with no Thai casualties reported.
  • Cambodia’s Defense Ministry alleges Thai troops opened fire with mortars and rifles on its An Seh/An Ses base and says its forces did not return fire.
  • Phnom Penh reiterates its commitment to the late‑July ceasefire and calls on Bangkok to fully respect the agreement.
  • The reports describe the first armed run‑in between the two sides since the truce halted five days of fighting in late July.
  • Tensions have persisted since a May 28 incident in disputed territory that left one Cambodian soldier dead and several wounded.