Three Thai soldiers injured by landmine on Cambodian border DW 08/09/2025
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Three Thai soldiers injured by landmine on Cambodian border  DW  08/09/2025
"The Thai army announced that three soldiers were wounded after one stepped on a landmine in northeastern Thailand's Sisaket province, demonstrating ongoing dangers in border areas."
"The mine incident raises concerns about the enforcement of ceasefire agreements, as the Thai army cites it as a significant obstacle to resolving issues peacefully."
"Cambodia’s government body denied laying new landmines, asserting their commitment to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty, and emphasizing efforts to clear past ordnance."
"A recent conflict between Thailand and Cambodia led to at least 43 fatalities, illustrating the deep-rooted tensions over territorial disputes."
Three Thai soldiers were wounded when one triggered a landmine in Sisaket province near the Cambodian border. This incident occurred shortly after a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia. One soldier suffered severe injuries, while the others sustained back, arm, and ear injuries. The Thai army condemned the use of concealed weapons as a violation of the Ottawa Convention. Meanwhile, Cambodia denied laying any new mines, highlighting its commitment to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty and its efforts in clearing mines and unexploded ordnance left from past conflicts.
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