近期泰國與柬埔寨在邊境爆發嚴重的軍事衝突，這是兩國自2011年以來最嚴重的一次對峙。衝突的根源主要源自雙方長期未劃定明確邊界，特別是在歷史爭議地區如柏威夏（Preah Vihear）和塔門通寺（Ta Muen Thom）周邊，這些地方一直是主權爭議的焦點。過去幾個月，雙方在這些地區的軍事摩擦頻繁，5月份曾發生交火並造成柬埔寨士兵死亡，柬方還指控泰國在邊境佈設地雷，導致泰國軍人受傷，局勢因此持續升級。

2025年7月24日，柬埔寨軍方發射多枚火箭炮攻擊泰國素林府等地區，擊中包括加油站與醫院在內的多處民用設施，造成至少兩名泰國平民死亡及多人受傷，其中包括兒童。隨後，泰國政府動員疏散附近村莊居民，並派遣六架F-16戰機對柬埔寨的軍事設施進行空襲，摧毀柬軍第8及第9步兵營。雙方的軍事行動迅速升級，泰國隨即關閉與柬埔寨之間所有邊境口岸，並驅逐柬埔寨外交人員，雙方外交關係陷入低谷。柬埔寨也對泰國展開反制措施，雙方在至少六個地點發生激烈交火，約有四萬名泰國邊境村民被迫撤離家園。

這場衝突引發國際社會嚴重關切，聯合國及東南亞國家聯盟（ASEAN）呼籲雙方保持克制，透過外交手段化解分歧。柬埔寨更將此事提交聯合國安全理事會，並尋求中國等盟友的支持，中國表示願意協助斡旋，促進地區和平穩定。

此次衝突的爆發，不僅反映出兩國在邊界劃分上的歷史問題，也揭示出地雷佈設和雙方軍事部署的相互指責，令局勢迅速惡化。雙方軍事升級導致多名平民傷亡，邊境安全形勢嚴峻。這場軍事對峙不僅使得雙邊關係降至冰點，也使整個區域的和平與穩定面臨巨大威脅。未來解決這一危機，必須依靠外交談判及國際社會的積極介入，防止衝突繼續擴大，並保障邊境民眾的安全與福祉。

Serious Military Clash Erupts Between Thailand and Cambodia Along Border – Worst Since 2011

A serious military clash recently erupted between Thailand and Cambodia along their disputed border, marking the most intense confrontation between the two nations since 2011. The root of the conflict lies in the lack of clearly demarcated borders, particularly in historically contested areas such as Preah Vihear and Ta Muen Thom Temples. These locations have long been flashpoints in the territorial disputes. In recent months, military friction has escalated, with repeated skirmishes. In May, an exchange of fire led to the death of Cambodian soldiers. Cambodia also accused Thailand of planting landmines along the border, which injured Thai soldiers—further aggravating tensions.

On July 24, 2025, the situation dramatically escalated when Cambodian forces launched multiple rocket attacks targeting areas in Thailand’s Surin Province, striking civilian infrastructure including a gas station and a hospital. At least two Thai civilians were killed, and several others were injured, including children. In response, the Thai government ordered the evacuation of nearby villages and deployed six F-16 fighter jets to launch airstrikes on Cambodian military facilities, destroying the 8th and 9th Infantry Battalions of the Cambodian army.

The military conflict quickly intensified. Thailand shut down all border checkpoints with Cambodia and expelled Cambodian diplomats, plunging bilateral relations into a state of severe crisis. Cambodia retaliated with its own measures, and intense firefights broke out at no fewer than six locations along the border. Over 40,000 Thai villagers were reportedly displaced from their homes due to the violence.

The outbreak of hostilities has raised serious concerns in the international community. The United Nations and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have both called for restraint and urged the two sides to resolve their differences through diplomatic dialogue. Cambodia has submitted the case to the UN Security Council and is seeking support from its allies, including China, which has expressed willingness to mediate and promote regional peace and stability.

This escalation reflects not only long-standing historical disputes over border demarcation, but also the worsening situation caused by landmine deployment and mutual accusations over military activities. The loss of civilian lives and growing insecurity along the border underscore the seriousness of the situation. The military standoff has driven bilateral relations to a freezing point, while also threatening peace and stability across the broader region.

Resolving this crisis will require sustained diplomatic negotiations and active international mediation to prevent further escalation and to protect the safety and well-being of border communities.