Thailand-Kamboja War: 9 Thai Civilians Killed

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JAKARTA - The death toll from Cambodian attacks on Thai civilian areas has risen to nine. The Thai military reported 14 injured.

The Thai Royal Army confirmed on Thursday, July 24, that civilian areas were hit by gunfire which resulted in the death toll, injuries, and damage to buildings.

This impact came after Cambodian troops launched artillery strikes on Thai territory following a morning attack on a Thai military base near the Ta Muen Thom temple in Surin province.

Areas affected in four provinces, namely Leaveket, Surin, Ubon Ratchathani, and Buriram.

Reported by the Bangkok Post, the military reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Thailand, saying it was ready to take all necessary military steps in response to what it called a violation of humanitarian principles.

"The army of the Kingdom of Thailand strongly condemns acts of violence targeting civilians by Cambodian forces," the statement said.

"Thailand is ready to defend its sovereignty and protect its people from these inhuman acts," the military said.