Thailand Releases Pics of F-16 Jets Striking Cambodian Targets
The ongoing conflict between Thailand and Cambodia over a border dispute has taken a deadly turn, with both countries exchanging fire and accusing each other of aggression. In the latest development, Thailand has released images of its F-16 fighter jets striking Cambodian military posts, which it claims were responsible for shelling Thai civilian areas.
The tension between the two neighbors has been simmering for months, with both sides accusing each other of violating a 2000 treaty that demarcates their shared border. The situation escalated last week when Cambodia’s military launched a series of artillery attacks on Thai border towns, killing at least 12 people and injuring many more.
In response, Thailand’s military launched a counterattack, targeting Cambodian military posts that it claimed were responsible for the shelling. The Thai military released images of its F-16 jets striking the targets, which were identified as the headquarters of Cambodia’s 8th and 9th Infantry Support Divisions.
The images, which were released on Thursday, show the F-16 jets dropping bombs on the Cambodian military posts, with plumes of smoke and flames visible in the aftermath of the strikes. The Thai military claimed that the strikes were carried out in response to repeated attacks by Cambodia’s military on Thai territory.
“The Thai military has been forced to take action to protect its citizens and territory from repeated attacks by the Cambodian military,” said a statement released by the Thai military. “The strikes were carried out against the headquarters of the 8th and 9th Infantry Support Divisions, which have been responsible for shelling Thai civilian areas.”
The Cambodian government has rejected the Thai claims, saying that its military was acting in self-defense and that the Thai military was responsible for the escalation of the conflict. Phnom Penh has also accused Thailand of violating the 2000 treaty that demarcates their shared border.
“The Thai military’s actions are a clear violation of international law and the 2000 treaty,” said a statement released by the Cambodian government. “We call on the international community to condemn Thailand’s aggression and to work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict.”
The conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has been ongoing for months, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating the 2000 treaty. The situation has raised concerns about the stability of the region and the potential for further escalation.
The United States, which has diplomatic relations with both countries, has called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and has urged both sides to respect the 2000 treaty. “We are concerned about the recent escalation of violence between Thailand and Cambodia and urge both sides to respect the 2000 treaty and to work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict,” said a statement released by the US State Department.
The conflict has also raised concerns about the potential for further regional instability, with neighboring countries such as Laos and Vietnam expressing concern about the situation. “We are closely following the situation and urge both sides to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict,” said a statement released by the Vietnamese government.
In conclusion, the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia over a border dispute has taken a deadly turn, with both countries exchanging fire and accusing each other of aggression. The situation has raised concerns about regional stability and the potential for further escalation. As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential that both sides work towards a peaceful resolution and respect the 2000 treaty that demarcates their shared border.
