Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:56am on 25 Jul 2025,Friday International
Intense clashes erupted on July 24–25, 2025, along the disputed Thailand–Cambodia border, near the historic Preah Vihear and Ta Muen Thom temples. Cambodia reportedly used BM‑21 rockets and artillery, targeting Thailand’s Surin and Ubon Ratchathani provinces, while Thailand responded with F‑16 airstrikes . At least 14 people were killed, including Thai civilians and one child, and 46 wounded; Cambodia confirmed one civilian death, with 5 injured . The Thai government evacuated over 100,000 people, while Cambodia relocated 1,500 families . Diplomatic ties collapsed: Thailand withdrew its ambassador and expelled Cambodia’s envoy. Global leaders, including the UN and US, have demanded an immediate ceasefire and civilian protection. (PC: Reuters)
