Summary of the Thai-Cambodian situation on 29 July 2025. Latest update: Entering the 6th day after the ceasefire deadline. Follow live reports from the border after the conclusion of the"Thai-Cambodian" discussions in Malaysia. They agreed to an unconditional ceasefire from midnight on 28 July. Then, the 1st and 2nd Army Regions of Thailand will hold a negotiation table with the 4th and 5th Army Regions of Cambodia, followed by a meeting of military attaches before moving on to the GBC meeting early next month, hosted by Cambodia.
There are also unofficial reports that gunfire can still be heard at intervals along the border from Cambodian firing. Meanwhile, the meeting of military unit leaders in the Thai-Cambodian area has been postponed to 10:00 a.m. today. Follow the latest reports on the Thai-Cambodian conflict at Thairath Online. Thairath Online
4:44 p.m. The Second Army Region thanks the unsung heroes, the"Border Patrol Police / Rangers, Black-clad Warriors", for helping protect Thai soil since the beginning of the clash.
4:22 p.m. Mr. Sahasawat Khumkhong, Chonburi MP for the People's Party, apologized to the public for his violent, inappropriate post, with no intention of causing hatred. He confirmed that he supports the government and the military in ending the losses and accepts the party's protests and has given a warning - entering the investigation process.
4:17 p.m. Due to the unrest along the border, Wing 7 and Wing 23 announced the full activation of the Anti-Drone system and requested the cooperation of the public to refrain from using it within a 9 km radius of the airport until things return to normal.
4:12 p.m. Mr. Maris Sengiampong, Minister of Foreign Affairs, revealed that he has sent a protest letter with evidence of Cambodia's violation of the ceasefire agreement to ASEAN, Malaysia, the United States, China, and the UN ambassador. He stated that Thailand still has the right to respond proportionately, and is confident that Cambodia's distortions cannot defeat Thailand.
3:22 p.m. General Kriangkrai Srirak, in his capacity as former commander of the 4th Army Region, is confident that the Thai army will secure key strategic points along the Thai-Cambodian border, gaining an advantage. He declared that fighting will result in losses, but it should not be in vain. He advised the government to quickly review and cancel MOU 43-44.
3:21 p.m. Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Phiwpaen, Commander of the Technology Crime Suppression Division, revealed that 13 suspects with arrest warrants from Poipet crossed back to Thailand due to the tense situation on the Thai-Cambodian border linked to the call center gang case. It was found that more than 200 Thais who crossed the border illegally changed their minds and returned to their original jobs.
3:15 p.m. Praise to the Thai soldiers who lost their lives in the fighting on the"Thai-Cambodian" border, adding 1 person, Sergeant Thophong Phanduang, belonging to the 3rd Infantry Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, from the clash at Chong An Ma, Nam Yuen District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The"Royal Thai Army" revealed the total number of military deaths to be 15.
2:50 p.m. More than 300 Cambodians remain stationed at the Khlong Luek checkpoint in Aranyaprathet, Sa Kaeo Province, despite a ban on crossing the border on both the Thai and Cambodian sides.
1:49 p.m. Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai read a government statement, criticizing Cambodia for violating the ceasefire agreement. The Thai military must respond decisively. He assigned all branches of the armed forces to maintain their forces to protect sovereignty and the lives of the people, and protested to the ASEAN Chair, the United States, and China.
1:48 p.m. Summary of the results of the discussion to reduce tension on the Thai-Cambodian border between the"Commander of the 2nd Army Region" of Thailand and the "Commander of the 4th Military Region" of Cambodia, before reaching 7 conclusions that were mutually agreed upon: a definite ceasefire, protection of the people, and cessation of reinforcements.
1:05 PM. Mr. Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human Security, revealed that the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security plans to help people with disabilities and their caregivers alleviate suffering caused by the unrest in 7 provinces on the Thai-Cambodian border, suspending repayment of the fund's debt for 3 months, July-September 2025.
12.46 p.m. The government will adjust its intelligence team and make immediate announcements if there is an urgent situation. People are asked not to return to their hometowns and to wait for information from the NBTC.
12.30 PM. General Nattaphon Nakphanit, Deputy Minister of Defense, declared that if someone shoots at you, you will shoot back. He responded appropriately and did not remain silent and let one side take the hit. He denied that the ceasefire was related to Trump's taxes. He insisted that he did not coerce anyone and that he was focused on national interests. He guaranteed that there were no political orders.
11.59 hrs. Praise to Thai soldiers who lost their lives in the fighting on the Thai-Cambodian border, 3 more soldiers, the Royal Thai Army reveals the total number of soldiers who died is 14.
11.21 a.m. Senators propose using strong medicine, declaring martial law in 7 border provinces to suppress Cambodian rebellion after ceasefire, along with closing land, water and airspace checkpoints, cutting diplomatic relations with Cambodia.
11.19 a.m. The Thai army responds to the statement of"Mali", the Cambodian defense spokesman, claiming not to have heard any gunshots after the ceasefire deadline, emphasizing that the Thai side has clear evidence, stating that they have deceived themselves until they were trapped in the illusion they created, distorting the truth, and trying to create a fake world.
11 .07 น. The Air Force explains sending F-16 Gripen to support ground missions in the Thai-Cambodian border situation, attacking Cambodian combat centers and destroying weapons depots day and night, in accordance with international law.
11.06 hrs. The Eastern Forces and the Border Defense Forces of Chanthaburi and Trat have met and discussed with Cambodia. The Second Army is currently coordinating the date and time for both sides.
10.55 a.m. The Phanom Dong Rak District Office, Surin Province, prohibits evacuees from returning to the area, emphasizing that people should wait for an official announcement from the government only, as there are currently no negotiations.
10.53 a.m. Major General Winthai Suwaree, Army spokesman, revealed that the informal meeting between the commanders of the two countries' forces has been postponed once more after being postponed once before because the meeting could not be arranged.
10.49 AM Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai admits that Cambodian soldiers lack discipline and do not follow the ceasefire conditions. He insists that the Thai army has done its job correctly and that it is a clear lesson:"What are soldiers for?" He is angry at the media's emotional response and questioning whether they are using US taxes to pressure the army.
10.36 a.m. Cambodian media reports news consistent with the statement of the Cambodian Ministry of Defense, confirming that there were no gunshots as the Thai army stated, and that the situation was calm after the deadline for the ceasefire agreement passed.
10:23 a.m. Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan, leader of the Thai Sang Thai Party, called on the government to make an urgent statement to the world after Cambodia violated the ceasefire agreement. The Thai Sang Thai Party spokesperson slammed"Bhumtham" for his extreme failure. The situation was tense all night. The communication was shameful and he abandoned the front-line soldiers.
10:13 a.m. Border Patrol Police stood firm in defense of sovereignty until the ceasefire agreement deadline. They stated that everyone was safe. People flocked to thank them for their sacrifice.
09.30 hrs. The Second Army Region confirmed that Cambodian soldiers were causing disturbances, using weapons and shooting into Thai territory in several areas, including Chong Bok, Chong An Ma, Sam Tae, Prasat Ta Kwai, and Phou Ma Khuea. Thailand responded according to the situation by using front line fire to intercept.
08.18 hrs. The Royal Thai Army condemns Cambodia for violating the ceasefire agreement in the Thai-Cambodian border area. It has been found that the Cambodian side has used weapons to attack in several areas of Thai territory, which is considered a deliberate violation of the agreement, intending to destroy the system of trust between each other.
8:12 a.m. Maj. Gen. Winthai announced that the meeting of military unit leaders in the Thai-Cambodian area has been postponed to 10:00 a.m. The deputy army spokesman revealed that attacks have continued to occur in the Phu Makhuea-Sam Tae-Prasat Ta Kwai areas since early morning.
07.46 hrs. Wing 21, Ubon Ratchathani, announced the closure of all entry and exit gates due to the situation on the Thai-Cambodian border, which spread before the midnight ceasefire deadline. At least 4 mysterious drones flew into the Wing 21 area.
05.04 AM Samdech Hun Sen posted a new message praising Donald Trump for pushing for a ceasefire agreement that saved many lives, along with a photo of the two of them together in the past.
12:21 AM Donald Trump called Hun Manet and agreed to allow the US to participate in observing the enforcement of the ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia, which begins tonight.