Latest update on the situation after Cambodia opened fire on Thailand at Prasat Ta Muen Thom

The Royal Thai Army reported a clash near the Ta Muen temple after Cambodia opened fire on a Thai base of operations. Earlier, Cambodia sent an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to fly over the area.

At 7:35 AM on July 24, 2025, the Royal Thai Army reported a clash near Ta Muen Temple in Phanom Dong Rak District, Surin Province, after Cambodian forces opened fire on a Thai operational base. Prior to this, Cambodian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were seen circling the area, followed by the movement of troops and weapons towards the Thai border. Relevant agencies are closely monitoring the situation to prepare for any further developments.

The Royal Thai Army's Facebook page posted a message stating that the Army reported clashes in the area of Ta Muen Temple, Phanom Dong Rak District, Surin Province, after Cambodian forces opened fire on the morning of July 24, 2568.

On July 24, 2568 at 07.35 a.m., the task force overseeing the Ta Muen temple area reported hearing the sound of a Cambodian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) circling in front of Ta Muen Thom temple. Although the aircraft could not be detected visually, the sound could be heard clearly.

Later, the Cambodian side brought weapons into the position in front of the barbed wire and found 6 Cambodian soldiers fully armed with weapons including RPGs walking close to the barbed wire in front of the Thai base of operations. The Thai side used shouted negotiations to avoid conflict and escalate the situation. The Thai side kept watch along the border to prepare for the situation.

However, at approximately 08.20:200 a.m., the Cambodian side opened fire in the area opposite the base to the east of Prasat Ta Muen, at a distance of approximately XNUMX meters.

Currently, relevant agencies of the Royal Thai Army are closely monitoring the situation. If there is any further information, we will report the progress.

Update the situation from the Facebook page of the 2nd Army Area.

Date: 24 Jul. 2568

08.41 a.m. Cambodia opened fire on the Wild Boars' base, 200 meters across from Prasat Ta Muen Thom.
08.50 a.m. Cambodia uses cannon to shoot at Prasat Ta Muen Thom
09.14 a.m. The Thai-Cambodian border situation has seen clashes along the front line, with both small arms and heavy weapons. Cambodia has used firearms to shoot into the air into the Thai side, injuring one Thai soldier.
09.44 a.m. Cambodia fired a BM-21 rocket from a launch base at Khao Laem, approximately 6 kilometers from Chong Chom, which hit Prasat Don Tual in Sisaket Province.
09.54 a.m. The army ordered an immediate evacuation after Cambodia fired at a residential area near the Border Area Development Center in Kab Choeng District, Surin Province.
10.04 a.m. Cambodia attempts to encroach on border area near Prasat Ta Kwai, 2nd Army Area approves artillery fire to protect sovereignty
10.30 a.m. Clash in 6 areas: Prasat Ta Muen Thom, Prasat Ta Kwai, Chong Bok, Khao Phra Wihan, Chong An Ma, Chong Chom
10.48 a.m. At the border, there was the sound of cannon fire that rang out at intervals.
10.51 a.m. Six F-16 fighter jets prepare to respond in the Ao Nang area, Ubon Ratchathani Province.
10.58 a.m. Thai F-16 shot down Cambodia's 8th Infantry Battalion and 9th Infantry Battalion, destroying them.
11 14 hrs. Buriram opens evacuation centers in 2 sub-districts of Ban Kruat District, Sai Taku Sub-district and Chanthaburi Sub-district.
11.19 a.m. Cambodian soldiers fired heavy weapons from the Cambodian side, falling into residential areas in Kab Choeng District, Surin Province.
11.30 a.m. Cambodia uses BM-21 to attack civilian areas in Thailand, urging people to evacuate
11.37 a.m. The cable car up Phu Makhuea, owned by Cambodian soldiers, was destroyed by Thai soldiers.
11.54 a.m. Cambodia attacks Phnom Dongrak Hospital in Surin Province; initial reports indicate injuries
12.05 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on Facebook asking for cooperation from the public to refrain from live streaming the situation in the border areas.
12.14 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on the Royal Thai Air Force's Facebook page, confirming that all Thai F-16s returned home safely after attacking and destroying a Cambodian brigade.
12.40 a.m. Cambodia attacks communities and ancient sites, temples, gas stations, hospitals, border development centers
12.56 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on Facebook asking for blood donations to reserve for military units and to help patients who urgently need blood in the event of an emergency.
13.25 a.m. Thai soldiers responded to Cambodian soldiers in the Phu Makhuea area with artillery.
14.32 a.m. A Cambodian soldier's neck was shot in the forest fire, and the Thai side responded by using drones to drop bombs.
14.33 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on Facebook asking for cooperation to refrain from posting pictures of bomb shelters, bunkers, important locations, or giving coordinates.
14.41 a.m. The Thai side fired back at Cambodian tanks on the Sattahip side, capturing two tanks.
14.49 a.m. Urgent announcement! People in Sao Thong Chai Subdistrict and Sok Kham Pom Subdistrict, Sisaket Province, are requested to enter the bunkers and bomb shelters immediately.
15.38 a.m. Thailand has always insisted on using peaceful means and Thailand only responds in military areas.
16.40 a.m. Thai F-16s attack Cambodian military positions south of Prasat Ta Muen Thom.
18.30 a.m. His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen are concerned about the injured from the clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border. They graciously ordered the Governor of Buriram Province to present royal gifts to encourage them.

Date: 25 Jul. 2568

04.30 a.m. There was a gunshot. The Thai side reported that the Cambodian side had closed in on the area first.
06.30 a.m. The 2nd Army and the 2nd Border Patrol Police are expediting the process of collecting the explosives left at PTT Ban Phue, Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, in order to retrieve the bodies from the area.
07.15 a.m. The Royal Thai Army's page, Up-to-date with the news, reveals that the Cambodian BM-21 was fired at the Cambodian military base in Chom Krasarn district.
08.07 a.m. The 2nd Army Region warns Thai citizens to avoid areas along the border after clashes occurred in several areas.
08.57 a.m. Army Region 25 went to the area to monitor the situation and help evacuate people in Surin Province.
09.00 a.m. Major General Santhat Chanthamala, Commander of the 26th Army Circle, along with his commanders, visited and gave encouragement to people affected by the unrest along the border at the evacuation center at Chang International Circuit, Mueang Buriram District, Buriram Province.
09.16 a.m. The Royal Thai Army updated the situation on July 25, 2568 at 08.30:XNUMX a.m. sri lanka Counter-attack between artillery and BM21, Saddle Channel Destroy the Equestrian Monument and surrounding buildings, Sam Ta area, infantry Tanks counterattack to retake territory, Old Man's Eye Cambodia uses 15 tanks as firing bases, Preah Vihear Fix the power, sri lanka Attack and shoot back at each other, Channel Jom Attacking each other, Prasat Ta Kwai Cambodia has increased its forces in large numbers, Prasat Ta Moen Thom Thailand deploys forces, Cambodia tries to attack Latest total Today alone, Cambodia lost 1 person, Thailand lost 1 person, and 2 people were injured.
10.03 a.m. Region 2 Army – Border Patrol Police Region 2 collected the remaining explosives. Meanwhile, rescue workers moved the bodies of the deceased at PTT Ban Phue, Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province.
10.03 a.m. The Thai government announced approval to expand the reserve fund for Surin, Sisaket, Buriram, and Ubon Ratchathani provinces by 100 million baht each for governors to use to help disaster victims.
12.38 a.m. BM-21 landed at 3 houses in Nam Yuen District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. No one was injured or killed. The evacuees have been evacuated to shelters.
14.31 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on Facebook asking for cooperation to refrain from publishing and presenting information on troop movements/ operations at bases/ attack targets/ movements that may affect frontline personnel for the safety of all personnel and local residents.

Date: 26 Jul. 2568

10.28 a.m. Army Region 2 posted on Facebook “The bullets that landed on the Lao PDR coast were from the Cambodian army.” But after checking and coordinating with the Lao PDR, it was discovered that the bullets were not from the Thai military's weapons, but were from the Cambodian military.
10.48 a.m. Army Region 2 posted on Facebook at 09.20:XNUMX a.m. – The Thai flag has been planted on the top of Phu Makhuea.
11.59 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on Facebook, “Requesting cooperation in using social media to refrain from taking photos, sharing photos of military equipment, and specifying the location.”
12.00 a.m. The 2nd Army posted on Facebook from the Thai side. "Seize the Eggplant Mountain" In the past, Cambodia has prepared to use military force and curved weapons in large quantities. Please ask the people to be careful, follow the situation, the warnings from the government, and trust the Thai military.
14.36 a.m. The Royal Thai Army clarified the case of the bullets that fell in the Lao PDR area, Emerald Triangle, confirming that after inspection, they were not Thai bullets.

Date: 27 Jul. 2568

05.53 a.m. The Second Army Area Page announces that, following the news about the mobilization of reserve forces in the Second Army Area on various social media, the Second Army Area would like to clarify that this is not true. At present, there is no need to mobilize reserve forces.
07.35 a.m. Cambodian cannon hits villager's house in Surin, estimated to have hit more than 3 times
08.14 a.m. Cambodia fires BM-21 rockets at Ta Muen Thom temple, destroying ancient monuments
20.21 a.m. Thailand returns the bodies of 12 Cambodian soldiers to their homeland on humanitarian grounds, showing respect for those who died on the battlefield, regardless of which side.
20.50 a.m. Officials rushed to help people after a BM-21 rocket hit an area in Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province. One person was injured and one person died.

Date: 28 Jul. 2568

05.51 a.m. The 2nd Army Area Operations Center clarifies the case of images of explosions at abandoned buildings on the Cambodian side.
12.56 a.m. “Alert” to cope with foreign cyber threats
19.07 a.m. The 2nd Army Region posted on Facebook asking citizens to refrain from traveling back to their hometowns near the border until further announcement from the government.

Date: 29 Jul. 2568

12.37 a.m. Confirming that all areas of Thailand will cease fire.
07.15 a.m. Cambodia fired provocative shots at Phu Makhuea, Prasat Ta Kwai, and Sam Tae all night. Thailand fired warning shots with illuminator shells.
10.53 a.m. The Royal Thai Army revealed that the “Thai-Cambodian RBC meeting” has been postponed again, with no time set yet, and that efforts are still ongoing.
11.33 a.m. It has begun! The Commander of Army Area 1 has begun discussions with the Cambodian side. The Commander of Army Area 2 is waiting to set a suitable date and time.
11.54 a.m. The Second Army Region has discussed with the Cambodian side and agreed to a ceasefire and a halt to the increase in troops. A coordination team of four members has been established for each side to resolve the issue.
12.38 a.m. The government spokesman revealed that this afternoon, Thailand will submit evidence to China, the United States, and the ASEAN Chair regarding Cambodia's violation of the ceasefire agreement.
13.16 a.m. Thai-Cambodian border agrees to temporary ceasefire, awaiting GBC meeting on August 4th.
14.07 a.m. The Thai government issued a statement respecting the ceasefire results, but Cambodia violated them and is preparing to file a protest with ASEAN, the United States, and China.
15.01 a.m. The Senate Public Health Committee issued a statement condemning Cambodia's attacks on Thai hospitals and citizens.
15.45 a.m. The Ministry of Interior has issued a letter to the governors of seven provinces bordering Cambodia, warning citizens to delay returning to their residences.
17.24 a.m. The Ministry of Public Health reported that the situation on the Thai-Cambodian border has resulted in 38 injuries, 15 deaths, and 20 hospitals affected.

Date: 30 Jul. 2568

10.04 a.m. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on Cambodia to immediately cease all forms of ceasefire violations.
10.09 a.m. The Royal Thai Army issued a statement saying that Cambodia has violated the ceasefire agreement for the second time.
10.43 a.m. The 2nd Army Region summarizes the situation after ceasefire negotiations, finding four Cambodian threats.
12.08 a.m. The Thai Army is calling on Cambodia to reassess itself and stop accusing others without addressing internal issues.
13.04 a.m. The President of the Thai National Assembly issued a statement condemning the President of the Cambodian National Assembly for distorting the facts at the IPU forum.
13.09 a.m. The Second Army Region requests public cooperation. If you encounter any suspicious individuals using drones in an unusual manner, please notify the authorities immediately.
16.40 a.m. The government revealed that the army detained 18 Cambodian soldiers for violating Thai sovereignty, insisting on upholding international military rules.
17.10 a.m. The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has issued a nationwide ban on all types of drones to maintain security amid the Thai-Cambodian border situation.

Date: 31 Jul. 2568

09.59 a.m. The Border Patrol Police (BPP) will meet this morning to assess the border situation and determine the GBC meeting guidelines.
12.50 a.m. The government confirmed that no side has yet seized Prasat Ta Kwai.
15.41 a.m. Cambodia invites General Nattapon Nakphanit to attend the GBC meeting on August 4, 68.

Source: Royal Thai Army, 2nd Army Area.

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Latest update on the situation after Cambodia opened fire on Thailand at Prasat Ta Muen Thom.