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Landmine Blast Near Thai-Cambodian Border Injures Soldier, Risks Ceasefire

2/12/2026

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A landmine explosion near the Cambodian border wounded a Thai soldier in Si Sa Ket province, threatening a ceasefire.
Mr. Sitthichai Chaiwong of the Royal Thai Army confirmed the incident and the soldier's severe injuries.
The ceasefire was established on December 27, 2025, after clashes that caused numerous casualties and displaced residents.
Both Thailand and Cambodia accuse each other of violating the truce, complicating efforts to stabilize the border dispute.

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A landmine explosion near the Cambodian border wounded a Thai soldier in Si Sa Ket province, threatening a ceasefire.
Mr. Sitthichai Chaiwong of the Royal Thai Army confirmed the incident and the soldier's severe injuries.
The ceasefire was established on December 27, 2025, after clashes that caused numerous casualties and displaced residents.
Both Thailand and Cambodia accuse each other of violating the truce, complicating efforts to stabilize the border dispute.