Cambodia says Thai army bombs bridge inside Cambodian territory

Summary

Cambodia accused the Thai military of bombing a civilian bridge inside its territory, killing 18 civilians and displacing over 510,000 people amid ongoing artillery shelling.

Key Points
  • Cambodia states that the Thai military used an F-16 fighter jet to bomb a concrete bridge inside Cambodian territory.
  • The bombing destroyed the civilian O' Jik Bridge at the border area between Chong Kal district and Srei Snam district.
  • The Thai military has continued firing artillery shells at several positions in Cambodia as of Saturday morning.
  • The conflict has resulted in 18 Cambodian civilian deaths, 79 injuries, and displaced over 510,000 people.
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