Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia raged for a third straight day on Saturday, with the Cambodian side firing early-morning shots at Thai troops in Thailand's eastern Trat Province. The Thai army swiftly returned fire, marking an escalation in regional tensions.
According to the Thai Public Broadcasting Service, the renewed hostilities began around dawn as both sides deployed armored vehicles and heavy artillery along the contested boundary. Locals in border villages reported tremors from the bombardment and described hurried evacuations.
Analysts note that the Thailand-Cambodia frontier has seen sporadic flare-ups for decades, often tied to disputed land near ancient temple sites and shifting territorial markers. While no official casualty figures have been released, military sources on both sides confirm several injuries.
As ASEAN members urge restraint and dialogue, the standoff underscores how local disputes can have broader geopolitical ripple effects. Young global citizens tracking emerging conflicts will be watching closely as diplomacy takes center stage.
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Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia continue for third day
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