Author: Wadi

UN Security Council Calls for Restraint Urging Peaceful Resolution The United Nations Security Council convened a closed-door meeting in New York on Friday, urging Thailand and Cambodia to exercise maximum restraint and resolve their escalating border dispute through peaceful means. The 15-member council, joined by representatives from both nations, emphasized de-escalation and diplomatic dialogue to address the ongoing conflict without adopting a formal resolution. Thai Foreign Minister’s Response Cambodia Must Halt Attacks Thai Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa, speaking at a Saturday briefing in Bangkok, underscored that Cambodia must cease its artillery strikes before meaningful talks can begin. He stressed…

Launching a 24-Hour Cyber War Room Monitoring Digital Threats in Real Time Thai authorities have activated a round-the-clock cyber war room to counter potential cyberattacks stemming from the escalating Thai-Cambodian border dispute. The initiative, announced by Digital Economy and Society Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong, aims to safeguard critical digital infrastructure and maintain public trust amid rising tensions, ensuring robust surveillance of both physical and online threats. Detecting Cambodian Hacker Activity Thwarting DDoS Attack Attempts The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society has identified attempts by hackers, allegedly from Cambodian sources, to launch distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks on Thai government websites. These…

Floodwaters Surge Through Sukhothai Sandbag Barrier Collapse Triggers Deluge A sudden breach in a sandbag embankment along the Yom River unleashed floodwaters into Sukhothai town on Saturday, submerging communities and government offices with water levels reaching up to 40 centimeters. The failure of the flood barrier disrupted daily life, forcing residents to contend with rapidly rising waters in the heart of the historic city. Emergency Response Mobilized Deploying Heavy-Duty Sandbags Authorities are urgently deploying “big bags,” each capable of holding 500 kilograms of sand, to reinforce the damaged embankment and contain the flood. The breach, spanning six meters near Wat…

Denying Personal Feud Claims Rejecting Family Dispute Rumors Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra dismissed speculations that the Thai-Cambodian border conflict stems from a personal rift between his family and former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. Speaking during a visit to support displaced civilians in Ubon Ratchathani, Thaksin emphasized that the clashes, which have caused significant casualties, are driven by Cambodia’s dissatisfaction with Thailand, not a familial dispute. Military Operations Take Priority Advocating for Independent Action Thaksin, celebrating his 76th birthday on Saturday, called for the Thai military to be given full authority to complete their operations before pursuing ceasefire talks.…

Heavy Artillery Fire Continues Clashes Spread to Coastal Trat The Thai-Cambodian border conflict escalated on Saturday, with heavy artillery exchanges persisting for a third day, unaliving at least 33 people and displacing over 150,000. Fighting, initially centered in rural border areas, has now reached Trat’s coastal region on the Gulf of Thailand, 250 kilometers southwest of the main conflict zones, where artillery blasts echoed throughout the afternoon. Civilian Areas Under Attack Devastation in Si Sa Ket and Beyond Both nations traded accusations of targeting civilian infrastructure. In Si Sa Ket, a Thai villager reported hearing relentless artillery fire while sheltering…

National Parks Support Military Operations Strategic Use of Border Areas Thailand’s Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has opened six national parks and wildlife sanctuaries along the Thai-Cambodian border for use as military operational bases. This decision, announced by Director-General Athapol Charoenshunsa, aims to bolster defense efforts following recent clashes, providing the military with strategic locations to plan counterattacks and coordinate responses. Staff Evacuation for Safety Prioritizing Personnel Security To ensure safety amid escalating border tensions, Athapol ordered all non-essential department staff to evacuate the designated areas. This move allows the military to fully utilize the park facilities…

Widespread Branch Closures Announced Prioritizing Safety Amid Violence The Thai Bankers’ Association revealed on Thursday that 35 bank branches across seven provinces—Surin, Buriram, Ubon Ratchathani, Sisaket, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat—have been temporarily closed due to escalating violence along the Thai-Cambodian border. The decision prioritizes the safety of customers, staff, and local communities as the conflict disrupts daily life and threatens security in these regions. Thai Bankers’ Association Responds Emergency Measures Implemented Payong Srivanich, chairman of the Thai Bankers’ Association, emphasized the organization’s commitment to monitoring the volatile situation closely. The association has enacted emergency response protocols to address the…

Monitoring Cambodia’s Volatile Situation Thai Airways Prepares for Contingencies Thai Airways International is on high alert, ready to evacuate its staff from Cambodia if the intensifying border conflict with Thailand escalates further. The national carrier is closely tracking developments and plans to reassess its flight operations later today, prioritizing the safety of personnel and passengers amid the volatile situation along the Thai-Cambodian border. CEO Addresses Crisis Response Coordination with Embassy and Airlines Chai Eamsiri, Thai Airways’ Chief Executive Officer, emphasized the airline’s proactive stance during a Thursday press conference. With a small team of technicians stationed in Cambodia, the airline…

Deadly Assaults on Civilian Areas Rising Casualties in Border Provinces Cambodian forces launched deadly attacks on Thai territory, killing 12 people, including an eight-year-old boy, and injuring over 30, according to the Thai army. The strikes, which included artillery fire and BM-21 rockets, targeted civilian zones in Surin, Si Sa Ket, Ubon Ratchathani, and Buri Ram on Thursday, following an initial assault on a Thai military base near the Ta Muen Thom temple in Surin. Widespread Damage and Loss Civilian Infrastructure Targeted The attacks caused significant destruction, damaging homes, agricultural property, and livestock across the affected provinces. In Si Sa…

Currency Retreats from Three-Year High Impact of Border Clashes on Baht Thailand’s baht weakened on Thursday, falling 0.3% to 32.29 per US dollar after reaching 32.11, its strongest level since February 2022. The decline follows heightened tensions with Cambodia, marked by Thai air strikes on two Cambodian military posts. The Stock Exchange of Thailand index also dipped by about 1%, reflecting investor concerns over the escalating border conflict. Conflict Disrupts Economic Optimism Investor Sentiment Shifts The baht had gained over 6% this year, driven by optimism over trade negotiations, foreign investment inflows, and record-high gold prices. However, the recent border…