24/07/2025
Statement by the Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia
Phnom Penh, July 24, 2025
Her Excellency General Mali Socheata, Secretary of State and Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia, issued a firm and unequivocal condemnation of the violent, aggressive, and brutal military actions by the Kingdom of Thailand against Cambodiaโs sovereignty and territorial integrity on the morning of July 24, 2025.
The Ministry of National Defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia strongly condemns the Thai militaryโs blatant violation of Cambodiaโs sovereignty and territorial integrity. On the morning of July 24, 2025, at approximately 6:30 AM, Thai forces began violating mutually agreed-upon arrangements by advancing on the Ta Moan Thom Temple, infiltrating the surrounding areas.
At 7:04 AM, Thai forces deployed a drone for two minutes. At 8:30 AM, they began firing upon Cambodian positions, and by 8:46 AM, Thai invading forces launched the first attack on Cambodian troops stationed at Ta Moan Thom Temple. This was followed by further attacks on Ta Krabey Temple, Phnom Khmao area, and expanded to the Triangular Zone.
Furthermore, Thai forces dropped two bombs using fighter aircraft on the road leading to Wat Kaew Sikka Kiri Svarak, where Cambodian troops were stationed to defend national territorial integrity in Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear provinces.
At 8:47 AM, Cambodiaโs armed forces had no choice but to exercise their legal right to self-defense within their sovereign territory, responding to Thailandโs act of invasion.
Thailandโs use of all types of heavy weaponry and deployment of excessive military forces to seize Cambodian land is a clear and serious violation of the United Nations Charter, ASEAN Charter, and fundamental principles of international law. Such irresponsible and illegal actions pose a grave threat not only to peace and stability in the region but also to the foundation of the international rules-based order.
Cambodia calls on the international community to unequivocally and firmly condemn Thailandโs illegal actions and hold the Thai side fully accountable for its aggressive violations. Cambodia also urges Thailand to immediately cease all hostilities, withdraw its forces back to its side of the border, and refrain from any further provocations that could escalate tensions.
While Cambodia remains committed to resolving disputes through peaceful means, legal mechanisms, and diplomatic efforts, the Ministry of National Defense affirms the full readiness of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces to defend the sovereignty and the people of the Kingdom of Cambodia at any cost.
In accordance with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, Cambodia reserves its legitimate right to self-defense and will respond firmly to any further aggressive actions by Thailand.
The Kingdom of Cambodia reaffirms its commitment to peace. However, we also reaffirm our sovereign right, as guaranteed under international law, to defend our territorial integrity and our peopleโregardless of the cost. Cambodia will not yield to pressure, coercion, or threats in any form.
The Royal Government, armed forces, and people of Cambodia stand united as one in defending our land, dignity, and sovereignty without retreatโat any cost.
The Ministry of National Defense urgently appeals to all journalists and social media users not to share any unverified information, images, or videosโespecially content revealing troop positions, military installations, troop movements, or weaponry of any kind.
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Statement
By the Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia
Phnom Penh, July 24, 2025 โ Her Excellency LTG Maly Socheata, Under Secretary of State and Spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia, issued a strong and unequivocal condemnation of the brutal, barbaric, and violent military aggression committed by the Kingdom of Thailand against Cambodiaโs sovereignty and territorial integrity on the morning of July 24, 2025.
The Ministry of National Defense of the Kingdom of Cambodia categorically denounces the aggressive and violent military incursion by Thailand into Cambodiaโs territory. At approximately 6:30 AM on July 24, 2025, Thai forces began violating the mutually agreed arrangements by ascending to the Ta Moan Thom Temple and deploying barbed wire at the base of the temple.
At 7:04 AM, Thai forces launched a drone for two minutes. Then, at 8:30 AM, they opened fire, and by 8:46 AM, Thai invading forces had initiated an armed assault on Cambodian troops stationed at Ta Moan Thom Temple. The attack then expanded to Ta Krabey Temple, Phnom Khmao (Black Mountain), and later to the Moum Bei area. At 10:40 AM, F-16 fighter jet dropped 02 bombs near the road leading to Wat Kaew Seekha Kiri Svarak Pagoda. All of these areas are within Cambodian territory, specifically in Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear provinces, and are actively protected by Cambodian forces.
At 8:47 AM, with no other choice, Cambodiaโs armed forces exercised their lawful right to self-defense to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the kingdom against Thailandโs blatant aggression.
Thailandโs deployment of heavy weaponry of all types and its overwhelming troop mobilization to forcibly seize Cambodian land constitute a clear and serious violation of the United Nations Charter, the ASEAN Charter, and fundamental principles of international law. These unlawful and irresponsible actions pose an extreme danger not only to regional peace and stability but also to the foundations of the international rules-based order.
Cambodia calls upon the international community to urgently and firmly condemn Thailandโs illegal aggression and hold Thailand fully accountable for its egregious violations. Cambodia urges Thailand to immediately cease all acts of hostility, withdraw its forces back to its own territory, and refrain from any further aggressive actions that could escalate tensions.
While Cambodia remains committed to resolving disputes through peaceful, legal, and diplomatic means, the Ministry of National Defense affirms that the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces are fully prepared to defend the kingdomโs sovereignty and its peopleโwhatever the cost. In accordance with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, Cambodia reserves the right to lawful self-defense and will respond decisively to Thailandโs violent aggression.
The Kingdom of Cambodia reaffirms its commitment to peace. However, we also reiterate our sovereign right under international law to protect our territorial integrity and our peopleโregardless of the cost. Cambodia will not bow to coercion, pressure, or intimidation in any form.
The Royal Government, the armed forces, and the Cambodian people stand united in unwavering defense of our land, our dignity, and our sovereigntyโat all cost.
The Ministry of National Defense also appeals to all members of the press and social media users to refrain from sharing any unverified information, images, or videosโespecially content related to military operations, locations, or movements of troops and equipment of any kind.
Thank you!