Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Thailand-Cambodia Conflict: Heavy Fighting Continues Amid Border Dispute
Thailand and Cambodia are fighting along their border, leading to heavy shelling and displacement.
The conflict is fueled by disagreements about the border location and control of areas with ancient temples, like Preah Vihear.
Both countries blame each other for starting the fighting.
Many people have been killed or injured, and over 100,000 have been forced to leave their homes.
International organizations, including the UN, are urging both sides to stop fighting and talk to resolve the issues.
The Indian Embassy has warned Indian tourists to stay safe.
Thailand and Cambodia are engaged in heavy artillery exchanges and military clashes along their shared border.
The conflict has displaced over 100,000 people, primarily on the Thai side, with at least 15 reported deaths.
The clashes involve artillery, rocket systems, and, for Thailand, F-16 fighter jets.
The dispute is centered around a border disagreement, especially near the Preah Vihear Temple.
The Indian Embassy in Thailand has issued a travel advisory urging vigilance for Indian tourists.
- Who
- Thailand and Cambodia, with involvement from military forces and civilians.
- What
- Heavy fighting involving artillery and rockets along the Thailand-Cambodia border.
- When
- The conflict has been ongoing for at least two days, as of July 25, 2025.
- Where
- Along the Thailand-Cambodia border, particularly in the Ubon Ratchathani and Surin provinces.
- Why
- A border dispute, with disagreements about the Preah Vihear Temple and other areas, escalating tensions.
Thailand
Cambodia
Blame for initiating conflict
Thailand
Accuses Cambodia of initiating the conflict by using heavy weapons and rocket systems, and alleges the laying of landmines.
Cambodia
Cambodia denies these claims and says that Thai forces initiated the conflict.
- Reported Deaths
- At least 15
- Displaced People
- Over 100,000
- Primary Locations
- Ubon Ratchathani and Surin provinces (Thailand)
- Key Weapons Used
- Artillery, BM-21 rocket systems, F-16 fighter jets
- Disputed Area
- Preah Vihear Temple region
