Thailand launches air strikes against Cambodian military: army
Summary
Thailand launched air strikes against Cambodia following border clashes that killed one Thai soldier, leading to evacuations of thousands near the border areas.
Key Points
- Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodian military targets following an attack that killed one Thai soldier and wounded four others.
- Cambodian forces accused Thailand of firing tanks at areas near the Tamone Thom and Preah Vihear temples but did not retaliate.
- Around 35,000 people on the Thai side have been evacuated from border areas due to renewed fighting.
- The renewed clashes follow a recent five-day conflict earlier this summer that killed 43 and displaced about 300,000 people before a truce was established.
