Thai soldier wounded by landmine blast on Cambodia border
New Landmine Incident Sparks Fresh Tension between Thailand and Cambodia
Wounded Soldier Highlights Escalated Border Conflict
The Royal Thai Army reported that a landmine detonated on a patrol line near the disputed Prasat Ta Muen Thom temple in Surin province, causing a soldier’s leg to be severed.
According to a statement from Thai army spokesman Winthai Suvaree, Cambodia is allegedly continuing to covertly plant landmines, posing a persistent threat that breaches the July 29 ceasefire agreement.
Historical Border Dispute Fuels Recent Clashes
- Five days of skirmishes erupted last month, combining ground troops, artillery and aircraft in cross‑border battles.
- At least 43 people were killed and more than 300,000 civilians were displaced.
- Disputes over border territory have dated back over a century, but July’s fighting was ignited by Thailand’s claims of Cambodian landmines.
- Both sides last week pledged to extend the ceasefire, a deal brokered by Malaysia’s prime minister, Chinese mediators, and US President Donald Trump.
Recent Wounds Emphasize the Need for Swift Response
The new blast followed a previous mine explosion on Saturday in neighboring Sisaket province that wounded three Thai troops.
Continued Mediation Efforts
Despite the ongoing allegations, both Thailand and Cambodia have exhibited a strong desire to maintain peace and extend the ceasefire.
