Archive · 25 Jan 2026

Buddha statue replaces Hindu deity at disputed border

Buddha statue replaces Hindu deity at disputed border

There's a big argument between Thailand and Cambodia about a border area.

Thailand recently put up a statue of Buddha where a statue of a Hindu god named Vishnu used to be.

Cambodia is upset because they think Thailand is being mean and not following the rules of a truce.

Thailand says they're just trying to make people feel good and be respectful of different beliefs.

Both countries are mostly Buddhist, but the statues have become a big deal in their fight over who controls the land.

The fight started a long time ago because they disagree about where the border should be.

There were some bad fights last year, and now both sides are accusing each other of not playing fair.

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