Preah Vihear temple
Escalating Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict: Airstrikes, Artillery and Diplomatic Tensions
Dec 11, 2025 10:41 pm CST
The Thailand-Cambodia border conflict has intensified with both sides exchanging airstrikes and artillery fire, resulting in approximately two dozen casualties and displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The violence erupted after a Sunday skirmish derailed a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Both nations accuse each other of territorial violations, with fighting threatening UNESCO World Heritage site Preah Vihear temple. The conflict stems from historical border disputes dating back to a contested 1907 map and a controversial 1962 International Court ruling.
Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Escalates: Thai Soldier Killed in Fresh Military Clashes
Dec 08, 2025 11:29 am CST
A dangerous escalation in the long-standing Thailand-Cambodia border dispute has resulted in air strikes, one Thai soldier killed, and multiple injuries as both nations trade accusations over the renewed violence. The conflict centers around territorial claims to ancient temples and boundary lines dating back to French colonial rule, forcing the evacuation of approximately 35,000 Thai residents from border regions despite previous ceasefire agreements.