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Fighting along the Thai–Cambodian border in Surin province intensified early on 13 December 2025, with Cambodian forces firing BM-21 multiple rocket launchers towards the Ta Kwai Temple area, injuring 11 Thai soldiers. The exchanges began in the early morning and continued across several flashpoints, forcing local leaders and villagers to shelter in bunkers for safety. This marked the fifth consecutive day of clashes along the border.

 

The latest violence erupted at around 06.10 near Ta Kwai Temple, Hill 350 at Chong Krang, and Ta Muen Thom Temple in Kap Choeng district. Cambodian troops opened fire with artillery, followed at 07.40 by the first salvo of BM-21 rockets, alternating with further artillery strikes. Thai forces returned fire intermittently before fighting resumed along the entire border line.

 

According to reports from the area, community leaders, village defence volunteers and local residents quickly moved into shelters as the shelling continued. As of the latest updates, there were no confirmed reports of damage to civilian property. The situation remained highly volatile throughout the morning.

 

Clashes were also reported at the Chong Chom border crossing in Dan subdistrict, Kap Choeng district. Gunfire was heard intermittently from around 07.53 as Thai troops attempted to seize Wat Khla Khom Mum, located in the Chong Khla Khom Mum area. The temple lies between the permanent Chong Chom border checkpoint in Dan subdistrict and Chong Rayi in Takian subdistrict, which Thai forces had already fully secured earlier.

 

Cambodian troops reportedly resisted the advance, exchanging fire around Wat Khla Khom Mum as Thai forces pushed forward. The confrontation added another pressure point to the already tense situation along the Surin frontier, with multiple areas experiencing simultaneous engagements.

 

Daily News reported that authorities continue to closely monitor the unfolding situation as fighting persists. Security forces remain on high alert, and residents in border communities have been urged to remain cautious while the clashes continue.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• Cambodian forces fired BM-21 rockets and artillery into the Ta Kwai Temple area on 13 December 2025.

• Eleven Thai soldiers were injured

• Fighting continued across multiple border points in Surin province for a fifth consecutive day.

 

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 Adapted by Asean Now from Dailynews 2025-12-13

 

 

UPDATE
Cambodia Fires BM-21 Rockets into Sisaket, Civilians Injured

 

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Cambodian soldiers have reportedly fired a barrage of BM-21 multiple rocket launcher rounds across the border into Thailand’s Sisaket province, causing injuries to civilians in a border community. The alleged attack targeted civilian houses in Tambon Saothongchai, Kantharalak District, with villagers sustaining minor to moderate injuries, according to initial reports. Two civilians were reported to have suffered severe injuries, including the loss of an arm, highlighting the immediate human impact of the incident.

 

The reports emerged on Saturday from an influential military-focused Facebook page, “Army Military Force,” which claimed Cambodian forces were responsible for the rocket fire. The BM-21 system, a multiple rocket launcher, was cited as the weapon used in the cross-border strike.

 

The alleged strike was said to have hit civilian homes rather than military positions, raising concerns about the safety of residents living near the Thailand–Cambodia border. Sisaket province lies close to the frontier, and communities in Kantharalak District have previously been affected by periods of heightened tension in border areas.

 

Key Takeaways

 

• Cambodian soldiers were reported to have fired BM-21 rockets into Sisaket, injuring civilians in a border community.

• Two civilians were reported to have suffered severe injuries, including an amputation.

 

 Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-12-13

 

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UPDATE
Four Thai soldiers Killed in Border Clash at Chong An Ma

 

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A deadly clash occurred at Chong An Ma on the Thai–Cambodian border on Saturday, 13 December 2568, resulting in the deaths of four Thai soldiers and injuries to three others. The confrontation took place at Hill 677 in Ubon Ratchathani province at approximately 14.38, with shrapnel injuries reported among the wounded personnel.

 

According to reports received on 13 December 2568, Thai forces engaged in fighting in the Hill 677 area of Chong An Ma, a sensitive border zone in Ubon Ratchathani. Three soldiers were injured by shrapnel during the incident and were assessed according to the severity of their wounds at the scene.

 

The injured were identified as Private Chokchai Niamsaeng, who sustained injuries to both arms and was classified as red; Staff Sergeant Napannant Chandadaeng, who was wounded in the leg and arm and classified as yellow and Private Kalit Mudkhalek, who suffered a back injury and was also classified as yellow. All names, injuries, and classifications were reported as received by authorities.

 

In addition to the wounded, four soldiers were confirmed killed in the clash. The deceased were identified as Warrant Officer Damrongkiat Kaewkrajang, Private Mustakeem Jemma, Warrant Officer Thaweerat Rattanaburi, and one infantry soldier listed only as a Private, with no further name provided in the report.

 

Following the clash, the deaths and injuries were reported through official channels, and the incident was categorised as a serious security event due to the number of casualties involved. No additional details regarding the opposing forces, weaponry used, or duration of the clash were released in the initial report.

 

Naewna reported that the loss of four soldiers represents an immediate operational and emotional impact for the Thai military units deployed in the area. The injuries to three others further underline the severity of the confrontation at Hill 677.

 

Key takeaways 

 

• Four Thai soldiers were killed during a clash at Hill 677 in the Chong An Ma border area on 13 December 2568.

• Three soldiers were injured by shrapnel, with one classified as seriously wounded and two with moderate injuries.

• The incident occurred in Ubon Ratchathani province along the Thai–Cambodian border at 14.38.

 

 Adapted by Asean Now from Naewna 2025-12-13