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Thailand has exposed Cambodia at the UN over landmine placement and aggressive actions while urging peace under certain conditions. Thai Ambassador to the UN, Rachada Suthepakul, made these allegations after Cambodia falsely claimed Thai misconduct.

 

This showdown follows a series of disputes, with Cambodia criticising Thailand for seizing assets from a Cambodian-linked call centre involved in online scams. During the UN Peacebuilding Commission's meeting and the UN Security Council's session on "Leadership for Peace," Rachada counterattacked Cambodia's claims. She presented evidence showing Cambodia’s landmine placement in Thai territory, undermining previous cooperative spirit.

 

Rachada condemned Cambodia's aggressive tactics starting December 7, 2025, which have led to civilian casualties and infrastructure destruction. The conflict has seen over 400,000 people evacuate, 200 medical centres closed, and nearly 400 schools shut down. The alleged actions highlight significant breaches of international humanitarian law.

 

Thailand asserts its right to defend itself as per Article 51 of the UN Charter, focusing on legal and proportional measures. The ambassador highlighted Thailand's commitment to distinguishing between combatants and civilians, minimising civilian risks, and safeguarding sovereignty and territorial integrity.

 

Adding to the complexity, Thailand's Foreign Minister submitted evidence showing Cambodia’s recent landmine deployment on Thai soil at the Ottawa Convention on landmines in Geneva. This followed Thailand's seizure of Cambodian-linked assets worth several billion dollars in connection to internet scams.

 

Thailand is open to peaceful solutions if Cambodia stops its hostility and complies with international obligations. The tensions remain a point of international focus, with ongoing dialogue being crucial for regional stability, reported The Nation.

 

Key Takeaways

• Thailand and Cambodia clash at the UN over landmine allegations.
• Evidence submitted shows Cambodia's aggressive actions violating laws.
• Thailand remains committed to peace if Cambodia ceases hostile acts.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-12-18

 

 

 

 

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Thailand is open to peaceful solutions if Cambodia stops its hostility and complies with international obligations.

And THailand does therefor recognize the border how it is since 1907, or is it a one way ticket? We can do as we want but Cambodia is the pain in the ass

War over nothing. Just forget Khao Phra Viharn already!

so now the real reason for the conflict surfaces. The temple is being used as a excuse to justify the conflict. However, Cambodia is pissed by the fact that they've lost billions of dollars due to Thailand seizing assets etc from the Cambodian linked internet scam call center.