The Thai military’s current occupation of the border areas of Cambodia, including several sacred Khmer cultural sites and temples, is a flagrant violation of international law and further evidence of the Thai military’s disregard for the ceasefire agreements with Cambodia, which were brokered by the United States and ASEAN. But this note is not dedicated to the Thai military’s misbehavior. Instead, this comment is focused specifically on speaking about the unquenchable spirit

In the mere blink of an eye, the sacred Cambodian temple of Preah Vihear, built and refined over hundreds of years, is reduced to rubble by shelling from Thailand’s rapacious military. This was a deliberate knife into the heart of the Khmer psyche, to destroy a unique symbol of Cambodia’s heritage and culture. There is no excuse for this egregious act.

ANTEAY MEANCHEY — Prey Chan village in O’Chrov district has become one of the areas affected by new border security measures imposed by Thailand during the implementation of the ceasefire agreement. Thai military forces have installed shipping containers and barbed wire along the border near the village, restricting access and raising safety concerns. Located in O’Bei Choan commune, the village is home to around 270 families who remain unable to return to their homes due to t

In Pursat Province, Thai armed forces cut locks and forcibly entered civilian homes in Sangkum Thmei Village, subsequently confiscating valuable property from 8 houses, including 4 motorcycles and 2 village garbage carts.

ODDAR MEANCHEY--Tamoan Senchey Primary School suffered further severe damage during the second round of border fighting on December 8, leaving parts of it beyond repair. The school was repeatedly hit by rockets and artillery shells. Inside the compound, bomb craters were visible across the grounds, while fragments of mortar shells lay scattered among the rubble. Even temporary classrooms were damaged, and a new school building, still under construction, was also partially des

Here we highlight key civilian infrastructure routes which have been purposely targeted to disrupt delivery of provisions to displacement camps, and generally cause more hardship, panic and fear amongst the most vulnerable people in Khmer society. It will take a long time to repair this damage. Accountability and reparations must be sought!

AKP Phnom Penh, January 02, 2026 -- Thailand’s recent actions along the Cambodian border are not a misunderstanding, a minor skirmish, or a mere border dispute. They are deliberate acts of invasion, occupation, and intimidation—crimes committed on Cambodian sovereign territory. By unilaterally asserting false map claims and militarizing Cambodian land, Thailand is violating international law, regional norms, and the most basic principles of human decency. Following the ceasef

Government Spokesperson Says International Community Welcomes Release of 18 Cambodian Soldiers.

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Books lose their owners; schools lose their students because of Thai artillery fire

The heroism of the armed forces and national police in safeguarding the nation and defending territorial integrity remains deeply remembered by all Cambodian people, and their sacrifices and strong commitment to protecting national sovereignty are widely recognised.

December 30, 2025 — As of 6:00 PM on December 29, 2025, in Banteay Meanchey Province, 330 schools (246 public and 84 private), four hospitals and health centers, and several district- and commune-level administrative offices remain suspended, while 15 other hospitals and health centers have resumed operations. Meanwhile, in Preah Vihear Province, 61 schools and 14 hospitals or health centers remain suspended, while one district-level administration office and six commune-leve

December 30, 2025 — Today, temporary schools have opened at safe camps in Oddar Meanchey Province, providing lessons for students displaced by the border conflict. The Ministry of Education expressed gratitude to all philanthropists and relevant teams who worked tirelessly to set up the temporary schools at the three safe shelters in the province. The setup is expected to be completed this week, ensuring that students can continue their studies without interruption.

The ancient Preah Vihear Temple of Cambodia suffered severe damage from intense Thai military shelling during the December clashes. The violence, which ravaged the sacred complex and forced evacuations, finally came to a fragile halt with a ceasefire on December 27.

Thai military forces used two F-16 fighter jets to drop bombs on Victory Bridge (Me Teuk Bridge) in the Thma Da area of Veal Veng district, Pursat province on December 13, 2025.

ODDAR MEANCHEY — A full-sized civilian truck was lifted off the ground and toppled onto its side following a Thai military bombardment on December 17 in Samraong city, local residents said. The truck, which belonged to a local family, has since become a stark symbol of the war’s destruction. Although the bomb dropped during the attack did not explode, it left a large crater nearby, generating a powerful blast wave that flipped the vehicle. The truck was parked close to a gas

Samdech Bun Rany Hun Sen calls on Cambodians to Join National Prayer for Peace and Prosperity

Governor says Only 10% of Refugees Return Home in Oddar Meanchey after Ceasefire.

On December 26, 2025, between 6:08 a.m. and 7:15 a.m., the Thai military deployed F-16 fighter jets to carry out intensive aerial bombardments, dropping up to 40 bombs into the area of Chey Chos Village. These attacks were intended to destroy and demolish the homes of Cambodian civilians in a brutal and inhumane manner. The above actions constitute a violent, ruthless, and indiscriminate attack by the Thai military, representing a serious violation of international humanitari