Thai police evacuate citizens at the Cambodian border due to clashes

Bangkok, December 7, 2025 – The head of the Royal Thai Police, Police General Kitrat Phanpet, issued an urgent order to police units stationed along the border with Cambodia. The order concerns providing assistance in the evacuation of civilians to safe zones. The need for evacuation arose due to the resumption of armed clashes in the disputed border area. The incidents are occurring in the Phu Pha Lek–Playa Hin Paet Korn area, located on the Eight Stones Plateau. For readers: When traveling to border areas, always check current safety information and follow the instructions of local authorities.