Clashes erupt between Thailand and Cambodia...

Clashes have erupted between Thailand and Cambodia in a sharp escalation of their longstanding border dispute, with both nations accusing each other of initiating the violence. Cambodia launched artillery and rocket attacks, while Thailand responded with F-16 airstrikes. At least 14 people—13 civilians and one soldier—have been confirmed dead in Thailand. No casualty data has been released by Cambodia. Over 45,000 civilians have been evacuated from both sides of the border. Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reports that both governments express willingness to de-escalate tensions.

Thursday, 24 July, 2025