Paramilitary Incursion and Civilian Targeting (17 September 2025)

On 17 September 2025, at approximately 3:30 PM, a mixed Thai force of around 300 personnel entered Prey Chan Village, O’ Bei Chorn Commune, O’ Chrov District, Banteay Meanchey Province, within Cambodian sovereign territory.

The force consisted of:

  • Border patrol units
  • Paramilitary forces
  • Black-uniformed military personnel
  • Police units
  • Kok KChong villagers

While armed with various weapons and riot control equipment, including rubber slingshots, the group proceeded to lay barbed wire inside Cambodian territory.

At 4:20 PM, the same Thai force escalated its actions by:

  • Deploying long-range acoustic devices
  • Firing tear gas toward Cambodian civilians and local authorities

These actions posed a direct threat to civilian safety and constituted a serious violation of Cambodian sovereignty and international norms regarding the protection of civilians.

Armed Attacks at An Ses Area (27 September 2025)

On 27 September 2025, Thai military forces conducted direct armed attacks against Cambodian troops stationed at the An Ses area along the Cambodia–Thailand border.

Two separate shooting incidents were recorded:

  • First incident: From 11:52 AM to 12:22 PM
  • Second incident: From 12:25 PM to 12:46 PM

During these periods, Thai forces opened fire on Cambodian positions, significantly escalating the situation and increasing the risk of broader confrontation.

Cambodia’s Official Position

The Royal Government of Cambodia:

  • Strongly condemns the incursion into Prey Chan Village and the use of force against civilians
  • Denounces the armed attacks on Cambodian troops at An Ses
  • Reaffirms that all affected areas lie within Cambodian sovereign territory
  • Calls for restraint, accountability, and strict adherence to international law and bilateral understandings

Conclusion

The events of 17 and 27 September 2025 demonstrate a renewed pattern of Thai provocations, including paramilitary incursions, civilian targeting, and direct armed attacks against Cambodian forces. These actions undermine peace efforts, violate Cambodia’s sovereignty, and pose serious risks to regional stability, while Cambodia continues to exercise restraint and pursue peaceful resolution through lawful means.