Three Thai soldiers were injured after one triggered a landmine along the border with Cambodia, leading to accusations that Cambodia is planting concealed weapons. The incident occurred shortly after both countries reaffirmed their ceasefire commitment. Thailand’s army stated this breach shows a clear violation of the Ottawa Convention, which bans landmines. Tensions remain high following five days of fighting that resulted in significant casualties. Cambodia has denied the allegations, claiming it has not planted new mines. Relations continue to be unstable, exacerbated by disinformation and nationalism online.
Three Thai soldiers were injured on Saturday after one tripped a landmine in territory along its frontier with Cambodia, prompting accusations against Cambodia for violating international law.
This incident came two days after both countries reaffirmed their commitment to a ceasefire that had recently halted a short period of intense fighting between them.
The use of concealed weapons in border areas continues to exist, representing a violation of the Ottawa Convention by the Cambodian side, according to Thailand's army statement.
Relations remain strained post-truce, with ongoing accusations of ceasefire breaches and growing tensions fueled by online misinformation and nationalist sentiments.
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