Cambodia’s Protest and Government Response
Cambodia has formally protested Thailand’s military actions, saying they undermine recent de-escalation efforts and violate Cambodian sovereignty in contested border regions. Phnom Penh has accused Thai forces of encroaching on territory that Cambodia considers its own, including through re-installation of barbed wire and other obstacles after a ceasefire agreement.
Khmer Times
Officials have described these actions as inconsistent with the December 27, 2025, ceasefire and as threatening the safety and security of civilians in the area. Cambodia’s foreign ministry and provincial leaders have repeatedly called on Thailand to halt “unauthorized military activities” and respect international agreements.
https://akp.gov.kh
🤝 Background: Border Dispute and Ceasefire
The tensions stem from a longstanding territorial dispute along the roughly 817 km (508 mile) Cambodia–Thailand border, where unclear demarcations dating back to colonial-era mapping have left many areas contested.
Al Jazeera
