Discover the historical records detailing Thailand’s role in the war. Uncover the facts and insights that shaped this pivotal moment in history.
Introduction
The long-standing border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have fueled numerous clashes over the years, but one particular conflict continues to spark controversy. According to newly surfaced evidence and historical records, it was Thailand that initiated the war with Cambodia. While both sides have presented their own narratives, the facts point toward a clear starting point. In this article, we delve into the documented events, military movements, and key moments that reveal how Thailand launched the first attack — and what followed after.
Here is the record
24th-July-2025
6:30 am – Thailand begins provocative actions by violating the bilateral agreements when the Thai side sneaks in and installs barbed wire at the foot of Ta Moan Thom temple.
7:04 am – Thailand hovers drone(s) for 2 minutes
8:30 am – Thailand fires to the sky
8:46 am – Thai invasion forces initiate fires onto the Cambodian troops at Ta Moan Thom temple, with escalations moving toward Ta Krabei temple and Phnom Knoach region. The Thai forces also extended their firing range to the Mom Bei area in Preah Vihear province, utilizing jet fighters.
8:47 am – Forced to defend the homeland, Cambodian forces retaliate against aggression by Thai troops.
25th-July-2025
3:20 am – Thailand launched an attack in the area of Ghost Mountain, Tathav, and the Beisambei Hill.
5:25 am – Thailand deployed cluster bombs to attack the Ghost Mountain area.
5:30 am – Thailand began attacking the areas of Tamone and Ta Krabey temples.
5:40 am – Thailand launched an attack in the Mom Bei area.
6:50 am – Thailand fired a second round of cluster bombs on Techo Natural village, Choam Khsant District, Preah Vihear province.
8:00 am – Thailand attempted to retake Ta Krabey Temple, but our forces fought fiercely and resolutely to defended the temple, halting any further violations of Cambodian sovereignty.
25th-July-2025
5:00 am – Thailand launched attacks on three locations, including Tathav, Choam Tae, and Veal Intri.
5:02 am – Thailand launched five heavy artillery attacks into multiple locations in Thmor Da commune, Veal Veng district, Pursat province.
As a Cambodian citizen
We call on the international community to urgently pay attention to the violence being committed by Thailand against Cambodia.
In recent days, Thai military forces have launched serious attacks into Cambodian territory using heavy weapons, including F-16 fighter jets and cluster munitions. These acts of aggression have caused destruction to homes, schools, and public infrastructure, and forced innocent civilians to flee their villages in fear.
This is not just a border incident — it is a blatant violation of international law and human rights. The use of cluster bombs and airstrikes against civilian areas must not be ignored.
We urge the United Nations, ASEAN, and all peace-loving nations to:
• Condemn Thailand’s military aggression,
• Send independent observers to investigate the attacks,
• Protect the rights and lives of Cambodian civilians.
Cambodia seeks peace, not war. But we will not remain silent when our people are under attack.
Cambodia just acting in self-defense
Conclusion
Based on the provided records from the Ministry of National Defense, Kingdom of Cambodia, a series of escalating border clashes occurred with Thailand over three consecutive days, from July 24 to July 26, 2025.
The Cambodian accounts detail:
- July 24: Initial “provocative actions” by Thailand, including the installation of barbed wire, drone activity, and firing, culminating in “Thai invasion forces” initiating fires on Cambodian troops and extending their firing range with jet fighters. Cambodian forces state they retaliated in self-defense.
- July 25: Continued attacks by Thailand across various locations, including the use of cluster bombs on two occasions and attempts to retake Ta Krabey Temple, which Cambodian forces assert they “fought fiercely and resolutely” to defend.
- July 26: Further attacks by Thailand, including general assaults on three locations and specific heavy artillery attacks in Pursat province.
These reports consistently portray Thailand as the aggressor, initiating “provocative actions” and launching attacks, while Cambodian forces are described as defending their homeland and sovereignty. The repeated mention of specific times, locations, and types of attacks (barbed wire, drones, firing, cluster bombs, jet fighters, heavy artillery) aims to provide a detailed chronology of the alleged events.