Key Facts
• December 27: Thailand bombed Cambodia’s northwest facilities during peace negotiations.
• Cambodia reported four bombs dropped by Thai F-16 jets in Banteay Meanchey.
• December 26: Thailand conducted a similar airstrike, dropping 40 bombs on Chhok Chey village.
• No casualties reported, but homes and infrastructure were damaged.
• Thai military confirmed joint army-air force operations to protect Sa Kaeo province.
• Thai Air Force stated civilians were evacuated before the strikes.
• Border disputes have fueled tensions since July, leading to brief conflict.
• Mediation by Malaysia’s Prime Minister and U.S. pressure led to a fragile ceasefire.
• Both nations blame each other for ceasefire violations, citing self-defense.
• December 26: Military officials held three rounds of talks; defense ministers expected to finalize agreements.
Summary
Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia reignited as Thailand conducted airstrikes on December 26 and 27, targeting areas in Cambodia’s Banteay Meanchey province. The strikes, involving F-16 jets, reportedly caused no casualties but damaged infrastructure. Thailand justified the actions as protective measures for its Sa Kaeo province amid ongoing border disputes. Both nations accuse each other of ceasefire violations, despite a fragile truce brokered in July through international mediation. Military officials from both sides are engaged in peace talks, with defense ministers expected to formalize agreements soon.
