The border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has once again become violent. Heavy firing has been going on between the forces of the two countries for two days, in which more than 19 people have died and hundreds have been injured. Meanwhile, Cambodia has demanded a ‘immediate and unconditional ceasefire’ at the United Nations, while Thailand has also indicated the talks.
In view of the ongoing border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, the Government of India has issued advisory for its citizens. The Indian Embassy in Cambodia’s capital has appealed to Indian citizens to avoid traveling to border areas in view of the current situation. The advisory issued by the embassy on Friday (July 25, 2025) states that all Indian citizens who are in Cambodia or surrounding areas should avoid going to the border with Thailand. The situation there is continuously deteriorating and security risk has increased.
If any Indian citizen needs help in an emergency, then they can contact the Indian Embassy, FNOM Penh to the following means. Phone: +855 92881676, Email: Cons.phnompenh@mea.gov.in
What has happened so far? Know 10 big things
1. Appeal to Cambodia to United Nations
Cambodia’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Chia KO, said that his country does not want war. He said, “We are a small country, we do not have Air Force, we cannot attack Thailand with large army. We just want peace.”
2. Thailand signs of conversation
A spokesman for the Thai Foreign Ministry said that his country is also ready for peace talks with the help of Malaysia, but so far he has not received any formal proposal.
3. Malaysia took this initiative
Malaysia, who is the president of ASEAN (South-East Asian countries), has offered mediation. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that both countries have agreed on the ceasefire, but it will take some time to implement it.
4. Heavy firing on the border
On Friday (July 25, 2025), the fight started at three places again at 4 am. The Cambodian army attacked with heavy cannon, field artillery and Russian BM-21 rocket system. In response, the Thai army also took appropriate retaliation.
5. What was the reason for the clash?
On Wednesday (July 23, 2025), 5 Thai soldiers were injured in a landmine blast near the border. After this, a fight started at six places from Thursday, including two areas of ancient temples.
6. How many people have been killed so far?
According to the Thai Health Ministry, 19 people have died so far, in which 14 common citizens, one soldier and others are injured. About 1.38 lakh people have been evacuated to safe places from border areas.
7. Both countries made these allegations against each other
Thailand has accused Cambodia of targeting the structure of common citizens such as hospitals and petrol pumps. The two countries have accused each other of shooting first.
8. What is the dispute about the old temple?
The root of the quarrel on the border is a 7th -century Hindu temple, on which both countries assert their authority. The international court gave the verdict in favor of Cambodia in 2013, but the Thai army is still active in that area.
9. What did the United Nations Security Council say?
The United Nations Security Council has appealed to both sides to exercise restraint and find a solution through negotiations.
10. Will the situation change in war?
The caretaker Prime Minister of Thailand said that if the situation does not recover, it can turn into war. At present, this clash is only up to limited areas.
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