Thailand bombs Cambodia casino as Asean neighbours seek solution
Thailand bombed a casino and bridge in Cambodia amid ongoing clashes, as ASEAN seeks a diplomatic solution to the conflict.Summary
Thailand launched airstrikes on a casino and bridge within Cambodian territory, escalating tensions between the two nations. Thai F-16 fighter jets targeted O’Chik Bridge, a reported ammunition supply route, and Thomoda Casino, along with an artillery base. Cambodian sources confirmed shelling in several areas, including Ta Mone Thom Temple. Malaysia, as the current chair of ASEAN, is mediating the conflict, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim speaking to both Cambodian and Thai leaders. An ASEAN foreign ministers meeting is scheduled to discuss de-escalation and cessation of hostilities. Thailand intends to propose a ceasefire and joint mine-clearing efforts. The conflict, which began earlier this year, has resulted in dozens of deaths and displaced over half a million people, and previously involved intervention from the US President Donald Trump who threatened trade restrictions to stop the fighting.
(Source：The Business Times)