Overview
The Ministry of National Defence of Cambodia confirms that on 17 December 2025, Thai military forces continued to violate the ceasefire and the Joint Declaration of 26 October 2025, carrying out repeated attacks against Cambodian sovereign territory. These actions occurred on the 11th consecutive day of armed aggression and constituted serious breaches of international law.
4th Military Region – Frontline Situation
(Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear Provinces | 5:00 PM, 16 Dec – 8:00 AM, 17 Dec 2025)
Incidents on 16 December 2025
- 5:33 PM: Thai forces intensified attacks using various types of heavy artillery in the areas of Hill 333 and Ta Krabei Temple
- 5:35 PM: Thai F-16 fighter jets violated Cambodian airspace over the Ta Krabei Temple area
- 7:34 PM: Thai forces continued attacks on Hill 333 and Ta Krabei Temple
Incidents on 17 December 2025
- 4:45 AM: Thai forces used DK machine guns and 100mm tank-mounted guns to fire on the Ta Thav area; simultaneously deploying bombing drones and heavy artillery against Ta Krabei Temple, Tamone Temple, and Thmar Daun
- 7:00 AM: Thai forces again used bombing drones and heavy artillery to bombard Ta Krabei Temple, Thmar Daun, and Tamone Temple
The situation in other areas of the 4th Military Region remained calm, while Cambodian forces continued close monitoring and high vigilance.
5th Military Region – Frontline Situation
(Banteay Meanchey and Pursat Provinces | 5:00 PM, 16 Dec – 8:00 AM, 17 Dec 2025)
Incidents on 16 December 2025
- 6:15 PM: Thai forces used reconnaissance drones, violating Cambodian airspace behind Chok Chey Village
- 6:23 PM: Artillery shelling targeted Chok Chey Village
- 7:25 PM: Thai forces used drones to bombard the O’ Phlok Damrei area
- 8:03 PM: Continued artillery fire targeted the C1 area
Incidents on 17 December 2025
- 6:24 AM: Thai forces shelled the O’ Phlok Damrei area
- 6:25 AM: Thai F-16 fighter jet dropped a bomb on Chok Chey Village
- 6:46 AM: Thai forces attempted to infiltrate Chok Chey Village
- 6:49 AM: Thai infantry supported by tanks attempted to infiltrate in front of Prey Chan Village
- 6:53 AM: Reconnaissance drones again violated Cambodian airspace behind Chok Chey Village
- 6:56 AM: Thai forces used toxic gas in Prey Chan Village
- 7:11 AM: Thai forces again attempted infiltration in front of Chok Chey Village
- 7:21 AM: Artillery shelling targeted Chamkar Ko Village, Svay Chek Commune, Svay Chek District, Banteay Meanchey Province
The situation in other areas remained calm, with Cambodian forces maintaining heightened vigilance.
Civilian Impact and Legal Assessment
As of 6:00 PM on 16 December 2025, Thai attacks on civilian-populated areas resulted in:
- 17 Cambodian civilians killed, including 1 infant
- 77 civilians injured
The Ministry of National Defence emphasizes that Cambodia’s right to self-defence is exercised solely against Thai military targets and has never targeted civilian areas. In contrast, Thailand’s deliberate attacks on civilian communities, religious sites, and cultural heritage constitute war crimes and clear violations of:
- The United Nations Charter
- The ASEAN Charter
- Fundamental principles of international law
Cambodia’s Official Position
The Royal Government of Cambodia:
- Strongly condemns Thailand’s continued ceasefire violations and armed aggression
- Demands the immediate cessation of all hostile actions
- Calls on Thailand to withdraw all forces from Cambodian territory
- Urges the international community to strongly condemn Thailand’s violations and demand accountability
The Ministry of National Defence Spokeswoman reiterates that the Cambodian Armed Forces and National Police will continue to stand strong, brave, and steadfast, exercising Cambodia’s inherent right to self-defence in order to protect the nation’s territorial integrity, people, and sovereignty.
Conclusion
The events of 17 December 2025 underscore Thailand’s continued and systematic violations of the ceasefire and international law. Through the use of air power, heavy artillery, drones, toxic gas, and ground incursions, Thai forces have escalated the conflict and inflicted severe harm on Cambodian civilians. Cambodia remains committed to defending its sovereignty while calling upon the international community to uphold justice, peace, and the rule of law.