Cambodia says Thai military bombs Poipet casino hub on border
Summary
Cambodia has reported that Thai military forces bombed the casino hub in Poipet near their shared border, escalating ongoing clashes that have caused numerous casualties and thousands of displacements.
Key Points
- Cambodia's defence ministry said Thai military dropped two bombs in Poipet Municipality, Banteay Meanchey Province.
- The border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand have resulted in at least 21 deaths in Thailand and 17 in Cambodia.
- Around 800,000 people have been displaced due to the renewed fighting.
- The conflict arises from a territorial dispute over colonial-era border demarcations and ancient temple ruins.
- Cambodia's interior ministry reported damage to at least four casinos from Thai strikes since December 7.
