The Bulletin July 24, 2025
Why it matters: Cambodian media reported ongoing exchanges of fire around the ancient Ta Moan and Ta Krabei temples. The first reports of fighting emerged at the Ta Muen Thom temple. All sit along the disputed territorial line. The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok has responded to the border clashes. "The Embassy is receiving reports today, July 24, of fighting, including rocket and artillery fire, between Cambodian and Thai forces along the border," the embassy said in a post on Facebook.
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TL/DR: A Cambodian civil aviation official said flights between Cambodia and Thailand are continuing as scheduled, despite the current clashes at the border.
What happens now? The U.S. Embassy said: "There are reports of casualties and the Thai government is ordering the evacuation of certain areas. U.S. citizens living or traveling near the Thailand-Cambodia border should follow direction from Thai security services and consult local government authorities for the latest information."
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