Cambodia’s Soldier Killed during Clash with Thai Military at Border

Phnom Penh (28 May 2025): A Cambodia solider has been killed on Wednesday after a brief clash between Cambodian and Thai troops along the border area of Mome Bei in Preah Vihear Province, according to a press release of the Cambodian Ministry of National Defence at the same day.

Suon Ron, 48-years-old Warrant Officer, stationed in the area lost his life, read the release adding that the clash was reported that the Thai troops had opened fire first on a Cambodian military post occupied by the Cambodian forces.

The Ministry said that Cambodia never desires such clashes and that Cambodia’s commitment is to seek solution through diplomatic means and peaceful dialogue, while maintaining peaceful, stable, and cooperative borders that promote mutual development and benefit while making determination to defend its territorial integrity at any cost.

The Ministry also appealed the public not to believe or spread fake information on social media, could escalate tensions and insecurity along the border and negatively impact relations between troops, civilian livelihoods, and bilateral relations. (Chhay Sophal)