At least 10 Cambodian civilians, including an infant, were killed and 60 others injured in renewed border clashes with Thailand this week, according to Cambodian Defense Ministry spokesperson Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata. The violence marks the most severe escalation since hostilities reignited on December 7, 2025.
"Thai artillery shells continue to strike civilian areas in Cambodian territory," Socheata stated during a Thursday press briefing, confirming the conflict remains active as of December 11. Over 190,000 residents have fled their homes, with 56,000 families seeking emergency shelter according to Cambodia's Ministry of Interior.
The clashes center on disputed border zones that have seen periodic tensions since 2023. Regional analysts express concern the conflict could destabilize Southeast Asia's security landscape amid reports of troop movements from both nations.
Humanitarian organizations are mobilizing aid convoys to assist displaced families, while ASEAN representatives call for immediate de-escalation. The UN Security Council is scheduled to discuss the crisis in an emergency session Friday.
