Thai - Cambodia Conflict United for the Nation: Blood Donations Pour In to Aid Thai-Cambodian Border Casualties

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Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

In a display of national unity and compassion, people from all walks of life in Narathiwat province have rallied to donate blood for those injured in the ongoing clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border. Soldiers, students and civilians gathered at Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra Hospital in Muang district to support the wounded, showing that in times of crisis, the Thai spirit of solidarity remains unwavering.

 

Military personnel from the 151st Infantry Regiment at Kalyanivadhana and Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra Camps were joined by students from Narathiwat Rajanagarindra University and members of the local community. The blood drive was organised to provide critical support for the injured and to bolster emergency blood reserves as border skirmishes continue.

 

Despite escalating tensions at the frontier, the outpouring of generosity in Narathiwat has been unrelenting. The effort, supported by both the hospital and military units, symbolises the unity of the Thai people during moments when the country needs it most.

 

Every drop of blood donated is seen not just as a life-saving gesture but as a powerful act of hope and sacrifice. As one local resident remarked, standing in solidarity does not require bearing arms, it can be as simple, yet significant, as giving blood.

 

A university student shared her motivation for participating in the donation drive:

 

“As a Thai citizen, I felt it was my duty to help our fellow Thais at the border. I saw the news on TV and immediately asked my friends to come with me. I’m proud to support our soldiers and want them to know we are behind them.”

 

Private Sarayut Mudtataleng expressed heartfelt condolences to those affected:

 

“I send strength to all the troops serving on the border and to the families who’ve suffered loss. When I heard the news, we decided as a unit to donate blood, it’s the least we can do.”

 

Private Apisit Phetsrichan added:

 

“As a fellow soldier, I feel it’s important to show support for our brothers in arms on the front line. This donation is a message that we stand with them.”

 

Narathiwat local, Mr. Hiran Khanbo, echoed the sentiment:

 

“We are here to support both civilians and soldiers at the Thai-Cambodian border. This loss is something none of us wanted to see, and donating blood is one way we can help in this time of crisis.”

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-07-26