Reference News Network reported on May 28 that according to a report by AP on May 28, Thai and Cambodian troops said that Thai and Cambodian soldiers had briefly exchanged fire in the disputed border area on the same day.
The Thai side's statement said that Cambodian soldiers entered a disputed area, and Thai soldiers approached the area for negotiations. However, due to misunderstanding, the Cambodian side opened fire, and the Thai soldiers retaliated afterwards.
The spokesman for the Cambodian military said that the Cambodian army was conducting routine patrols at the border at that time, and the Thai side suddenly opened fire.
It was reported that the conflict lasted about 10 minutes until local commanders talked to each other and ordered a ceasefire. The Thai military said that both sides were negotiating.
The Thai army said there were no casualties, and Cambodian officials said there was currently no information about casualties.
Thai Defense Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said that the situation had been resolved, and neither side intended to open fire.
It was reported that Thailand and Cambodia had long-standing land disputes. The most prominent dispute is located in Preah Vihear, where there is an ancient temple dating back a thousand years, which was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2008.
Reports said that some border incidents have occurred recently between the two countries, including an event in February this year when Cambodian soldiers and their families entered an ancient temple at the border and sang the Cambodian national anthem, leading to a brief quarrel with Thai soldiers. This incident was recorded and went viral on social media. (Translated by Wang Haifang)
Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/7509449803785339428/
Disclaimer: The article only represents the author's personal views. Please express your attitude by clicking the "Like" or "Dislike" button below.