A long-simmering border row between Thailand and Cambodia has exploded into deadly conflict, killing 14, displacing over 100,000, and prompting a UN emergency meet amid fears of wider war.

Cambodian officials have reported another 12 people killed as a result of the ongoing border dispute with Thailand, with the death toll on both sides now standing at 32, as fears grow that the Southeast Asian neighbours may become engulfed in an extended conflict.

At least 32 people have died between Thailand and Cambodia. Thailand claims Cambodia planted landmines that injured Thai soldiers, sparking retaliation.

Cambodian rocket attacks led to 14 Thai civilian deaths on July 24. Thailand retaliated with fighter jet strikes on military targets.

You can reach Shane by emailing [email protected] Thailand launched airstrikes against Cambodian forces along their disputed border after troops exchanged fire in a dramatic eruption of tensions between the two Southeast Asian neighbors.

Escalating border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia involving explosive weapons have killed and injured civilians since fighting began on July 24, 2025.