PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Ministry of National Defence (MND) confirmed a tragic increase in civilian casualties today, reporting that aggressive military operations by Thai forces on Cambodian territory have resulted in the deaths of at least seven Cambodian civilians and left 20 others injured.

H.E. Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata, Spokeswoman for the Ministry of National Defence, announced the devastating figures at a press briefing this morning.

“According to preliminary information from the provincial authorities, the Thai military’s shelling of civilian areas from December 8 to 9, 2025, as of 6:00 a.m., has caused the deaths of seven Cambodian civilians and left 20 others injured,” she stated.

I. Fatal Attacks on Civilian Areas

The Human Cost of Thai Aggression

The Ministry issued a strong condemnation of these military actions, labeling them “inhumane and brutal acts” directly targeting non-combatants.

The confirmed casualties reflect a severe escalation of the conflict. The MND reported that Thai military forces have aggressively attacked Cambodian forces and civilians across an expanding front, including multiple locations in:

• Preah Vihear
• Oddar Meanchey
• Banteay Meanchey
• Battambang
• Pursat provinces

II. Blatant Violation of International Agreement

Breach of the October 26 Joint Declaration

The Ministry asserted that the continued violence, especially the targeting of civilian areas, clearly demonstrates that Thai forces have violated the ceasefire and the Joint Declaration signed by the Prime Ministers of both countries on October 26, 2025.

The statement strongly emphasized the breach of the high-profile international agreement, which was signed under the witness of U.S. President H.E. Donald Trump and H.E. Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia and Chair of ASEAN. The declaration commits both nations to refrain from the threat or use of force.

The Ministry stressed that these actions represent a profound disregard for the principles of peace and the commitments made before the international community.

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PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Ministry of National Defence (MND) of the Kingdom of Cambodia has issued an urgent statement detailing a second serious cross-border incident in less than 24 hours.

Her Excellency Lieutenant General Maly Socheata, Under Secretary of State and Spokeswoman for the Ministry of National Defence, informed the public and media about the situation along the Cambodia-Thailand border today:

Escalation Reported in Preah Vihear Region

Starting at approximately 05:04 AM this morning, December 8, 2025, Thai military forces initiated a deliberate attack on Cambodian forces. The shelling occurred across multiple locations in Preah Vihear Province:

• The initial firing targeted the An Ses area.
• Subsequent attacks targeted Ta Moan Thom Temple, where armored vehicles fired multiple rounds.
• Further attacks were reported near Preah Vihear Temple, at 5 Makara, and the Cham Chek area.

The Ministry stressed that this aggressive action followed numerous unprovoked, daily activities by the Thai military, particularly the incident yesterday (December 7) at Prorlean Thmar, which the Ministry views as intentional provocations designed to lead to armed conflict.

Cambodia Maintains Non-Retaliation Stance

The Ministry highlighted Cambodia’s unwavering adherence to diplomatic protocols:

“In this second incident, Cambodian forces did not retaliate at all, standing firm on the spirit of respecting all agreed-upon agreements and resolving disputes peacefully in accordance with international law,” stated Lt. Gen. Socheata.

Cambodian forces are continuing to monitor the situation with the utmost caution and vigilance.

Call for International Action and Investigation

In response to the flagrant violation, Cambodia has taken the following immediate steps:

1. Second ASEAN Notification: Cambodia has informed the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) about this latest incident for the second time.
2. Request for Probe: Cambodia plans to formally request the AOT to deploy personnel to the sites to conduct an urgent investigation to ensure transparency, fairness, and accuracy.

Condemnation and Demand for Thai Responsibility

The Ministry of National Defence strongly condemned this “inhumane, savage, and cruel act,” stating it clearly violates the Joint Declaration on Peace between Cambodia and Thailand, signed on October 26, 2025, witnessed by US President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister and ASEAN Chair Anwar Ibrahim.

• Condemnation: Cambodia urges the international community to strongly condemn these repeated illegal acts and the violation of the Joint Declaration.
• Responsibility: Cambodia demands that Thailand accept full responsibility for this reckless breach.
• Appeal: Cambodia calls on Thailand to immediately cease all hostile activities that threaten regional peace and stability, and to return to strictly respecting the ceasefire agreement, the Joint Declaration, and all obligations under international law with genuine goodwill.

Cambodia remains firmly committed to resolving disputes peacefully in accordance with international law, opposing any threat or use of force, and seeking a solution that is just, correct, long-lasting, and internationally compliant.

[Unofficial English Translation] Press Release from the Ministry of National Defence of Cambodia.

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