Thai-Cambodian Border Clash

Thai-Cambodian Border Clash On July 24, 2025, tensions escalated along the Thai-Cambodian border, particularly in Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, where clashes were reported between the two militaries. Cambodian BM21 Rocket Hits Gas Station Store At around 1:40 PM, residents of Ban Phue heard three loud artillery explosions before a fire broke out at a convenience store located within a gas station. The fire is believed to have been caused by a Cambodian BM21 rocket. The incident injured many students and local residents. Emergency responders and military personnel rushed to assist the injured and extinguish the fire promptly. 2nd Army Region Confirms Incident Thailand’s 2nd Army Region confirmed in a statement that a Cambodian BM21 rocket landed in Ban Phue, Kantharalak District. They also noted ongoing clashes in several border areas. Latest Developments Over 20 injuries reported, including students. Convenience store and gas station severely damaged. Residents within 5km radius evacuated. Thai authorities preparing a formal diplomatic protest. The situation remains under close watch, with the Thai government and military emphasizing efforts to control the conflict and protect citizens in the affected border regions.

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Thailand’s Constitutional Court Suspends PM Paetongtarn Over Controversial Call with Cambodian Senator Hun Sen

Thailand’s Constitutional Court Suspends PM Paetongtarn Over Controversial Call with Cambodian Senator Hun Sen At 1:22 PM on July 1, 2025, Thailand’s Constitutional Court unanimously accepted a petition filed by the Senate Speaker, seeking a ruling on whether Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s status as a minister has been terminated due to her alleged misconduct, as per Section 170 paragraph 3 and Section 82 of the Constitution. The petition arises from a leaked audio clip of a conversation between Paetongtarn and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen. The Court has ordered the respondent to submit a defense within 15 days, as stated in Section 54 of the Organic Act on Constitutional Court Procedures B.E. 2561 (2018). Regarding the request for suspension, the Court voted 7 to 2 in favor of temporarily suspending Paetongtarn from her duties as Prime Minister, citing reasonable doubt under Section 170 paragraph 3 and Section 82 paragraph 2 of the Constitution. The suspension is effective from July 1, 2025, and will remain until the Court delivers its final ruling.

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