Thailand-Cambodia border conflict escalates: F-16 jets deployed, civilians evacuated as both sides bomb military targets

Thailand-Cambodia border conflict: Thailand and Cambodia have entered a new and dangerous phase of conflict along their disputed border. After a landmine blast injured Thai soldiers, military clashes erupted near ancient temples, prompting Thailand to deploy F-16 jets and conduct targeted airstrikes. Cambodia claims its territory was bombed and accuses Thailand of violating international law. Civilians have been evacuated, ambassadors expelled, and diplomatic ties severed. The renewed fighting is rooted in a long-running territorial dispute and is now spiralling into wider military and political fallout.