Bangkok: The Thai army has expressed criticism towards the Cambodian army for allegedly leaving its soldiers to fight unaided, amidst denials from the Cambodian government regarding the events that transpired on the front lines.
According to Thai News Agency, Major General Witai Laithomya, spokesman for the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, voiced disappointment regarding the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation’s statement issued on the evening of July 29, 2015. The Thai army maintains that its accusations against Cambodia for violating a ceasefire agreement are substantiated by evidence, claiming that Cambodian soldiers opened fire on Thai positions in the Phu Makhuea and Chong An Ma areas on July 29, 2025, at 9:30 p.m.
The Thai military insists that its claims are based on verified facts, supported by records, communications, and witness testimony. The statement from the Thai army underscores that Cambodia’s denial of these facts undermines the credibility of international peace mechanisms. Thailand has expressed its readiness to cooperate with neutral observers to verify the facts and demonstrate its adherence to international commitments.
The Thai army further claims that the behavior of the Cambodian military reflects internal issues, citing the continued use of weapons by some Cambodian units post-ceasefire as evidence of ineffective command and discipline. The Thai military suggests that this indicates a failure of command within the Cambodian forces, raising concerns about potential political motivations behind the violence.
In a move to reaffirm its commitment to peace, Thailand has declared its willingness to engage with international mechanisms for fact-checking and transparency. The Thai military calls on Cambodia to introspect and address its internal issues rather than blaming others for distorting the truth.
The statement also highlights that Cambodian soldiers have been left unsupported on the front lines, leading to instances of surrender to Thai forces. The Thai army interprets these actions as a signal of the Cambodian military’s inability to manage its personnel during crises, challenging the Cambodian government’s professed commitment to peace.
The Thai military concludes by urging the Cambodian government and army to prioritize the welfare of their soldiers and to address their internal challenges. Thailand reiterates its dedication to the peace process, emphasizing transparency and discipline in its international commitments, and calls on Cambodia to cease denying the truth to facilitate the restoration of sustainable peace.