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Thai-Cambodia Border Crisis: Civilian Killed, Second Province Under Curfew

The Thai army has strongly condemned a Cambodian rocket attack that struck a civilian neighborhood. This attack resulted in the death of one Thai civilian in Si Sa Ket Province. In response to the escalating border tensions, a curfew has now been imposed in parts of Trat Province. The army states there are no plans for a ceasefire as long as the attacks continue.

Key Points: Thai Army Condemns Cambodia Attack, Imposes Trat Province Curfew

  • Cambodian forces fired rockets at a civilian area and school zone in Thailand
  • One Thai civilian was killed by shrapnel from the attack
  • A curfew was imposed in five districts of Trat Province for security
  • Military operations will continue until Cambodia ceases all hostile acts
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One civilian killed, second province placed under curfew: Thai army

Thai army condemns Cambodian rocket attack killing a civilian in Si Sa Ket. No ceasefire planned as a curfew is imposed in a second border province.

"There are currently no ceasefire plans in place. - Royal Thai Army Spokesperson Winthai Suvaree"

Bangkok, Dec 14

The Thai army on Sunday condemned Cambodia's attack on civilian areas in Si Sa Ket Province, leaving one Thai civilian dead. A Thai army spokesperson said on the same day that there are currently no ceasefire plans in place.

In a statement, the Royal Thai Army said Cambodian forces fired BM-21 rockets at a civilian neighbourhood and a school zone in Si Sa Ket Province on Sunday. The strikes killed one civilian who was hit by shrapnel and set one residential house on fire.

The army strongly condemned Cambodia's act of targeting civilian areas unrelated to military operations for two consecutive days, which has caused casualties among civilians, reports Xinhua news agency.

Regarding ceasefire arrangements, Royal Thai Army Spokesperson Winthai Suvaree announced on Sunday that there are currently no ceasefire plans in place.

He noted that the absence of a ceasefire is due to Cambodia's persistent attacks on Thai military positions and civilian settlements, which pose a severe security threat to Thailand. The current military operations will continue until Cambodia ceases all hostile acts.

Meanwhile, Thailand's military announced on Sunday the imposition of a curfew in parts of Trat Province, citing the ongoing situation along the border areas.

In an official order, the military said that a curfew was immediately enforced in five districts of the province, namely Khlong Yai, Bo Rai, Laem Ngop, Khao Saming, and Mueang Trat. Residents in these areas are prohibited from leaving their homes from 19:00 to 05:00 the following day.

According to Thai media reports, the military's announcement came in the wake of an incident on the night of Saturday, when three M79 grenades were fired at the headquarters of the Marine Corps Task Force in Trat Province. The projectiles are believed to have originated from within Thailand. No casualties were reported as the grenades landed in an uninhabited area.

This marks the second province to impose a curfew since the latest round of Thailand-Cambodia border clashes erupted. The Thai military had already put a curfew in place in four border districts of Sa Kaeo Province on Wednesday.

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- IANS

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Sarah B
The imposition of curfews in a second province shows how quickly the situation is escalating. It must be terrifying for the residents. I hope ASEAN or other diplomatic channels can step in to mediate before this gets worse.
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Vikram M
Reading about the school zone being hit is heartbreaking. As an Indian, we understand border tensions, but civilians should never be the target. The Thai army's stance of no ceasefire until attacks stop is understandable for national security.
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Rohit P
While Thailand has every right to defend itself, a prolonged military operation with no ceasefire talks in sight is worrying. It could lead to more civilian suffering on both sides. Is there no back-channel diplomacy happening at all?
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Priya S
The report about grenades fired from *within* Thailand is also alarming. Internal security challenges during a border conflict complicate things further. Hope the situation de-escalates soon for the sake of common people.
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Michael C
This reminds us that border disputes in Southeast Asia are still very real and dangerous. It impacts trade, tourism, and regional stability. India has good relations with both nations; perhaps it can play a constructive role behind the scenes.

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