Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict Displaces Half a Million as Death Toll Rises to 14

Dec 11, 2025 02:22 am CST

Intensifying border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand have forced over 500,000 civilians to flee their homes, with at least 14 fatalities reported. The territorial dispute centers around ancient temples along their 800-kilometer frontier, with both sides blaming each other for the renewed violence. Despite previous ceasefire efforts mediated by the US, China, and ASEAN, fighting has spread to five provinces on both sides, prompting international calls for de-escalation.