Thailand-Cambodia clashes reignite, killing soldier and civilians
Summary
Renewed fighting between Thailand and Cambodia along their disputed border has resulted in casualties, including the deaths of a Thai soldier and Cambodian civilians, prompting mass evacuations in border areas.
Key Points
- Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodia amid renewed border clashes killing four Cambodian civilians and a Thai soldier.
- Approximately 35,000 people in Thailand have been evacuated from border areas due to the conflict.
- The conflict is rooted in a century-old border dispute from colonial-era boundary mappings.
- Regional leaders including Malaysia's Prime Minister have called for restraint and diplomatic resolution to prevent further cycles of confrontation.
