Thai has begun to fire first on Cambodian Army
“Thailand has violated the agreement by using F-16 fighter jets improperly.
F-16s are meant to be used for destroying terrorist targets in specific zones, not for waging war against neighboring countries. This type of combat aircraft is not allowed to be used for invading other nations, but now Thailand has used it against Cambodia under the pretext of defending its sovereignty—despite the fact that the missiles have landed on Cambodian territory.
Cambodia had foreseen that they would use these jets for invasion. Soon, they will fabricate another new excuse to use these planes in battle. Thailand must take responsibility for this matter.”
1. Armed clashes along disputed borders (July 24, 2025)
Thai and Cambodian forces exchanged fire in the border region near Ta Moan Thom and Ta Krabey temples. Each side accuses the other of initiating the attack—Thailand alleges Cambodian troops deployed a drone, fired rockets, and used heavy weaponry, while Cambodia maintains they were defending against Thai incursions The Times of India+15AP News+15Wikipedia+15.
2. Airstrikes using F‑16 fighter jets
Thailand deployed F‑16 jets and conducted airstrikes targeting Cambodian military positions, marking a significant escalation Reuters+3Omni+3Al Jazeera+3.
3. Civilian casualties and evacuations
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At least two Thai civilians were killed and others injured by Cambodian shelling.
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Around 40,000 Thai residents from 86 villages were evacuated from vulnerable border zones VG+3News.com.au+3ABC+3.
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Reports confirm that three civilians in Thailand and two injured more sustained wounds from rocket fire originating from Cambodia Wikipedia+3globalnation.inquirer.net+3News.com.au+3.
4. Landmine incidents
Two landmine explosions injured Thai soldiers on July 23, with one soldier losing a leg. Thailand accuses Cambodia of planting new mines; Cambodia denies it, blaming leftover mines from past conflicts VG+9Reuters+9AP News+9.
5. Diplomatic breakdown
Thailand recalled its ambassador and expelled Cambodia’s envoy; Cambodia reciprocated. Several border checkpoints have been closed, and trade and tourism across the border have been suspended ABC+8Reuters+8Wikipedia+8.
6. Political fallout in Thailand
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who held conciliatory discussions with Cambodia’s Hun Sen in June, is under scrutiny and has been suspended by the Constitutional Court amid mounting accusations over her handling of
the crisis
