Cambodia attacks have killed 11 civilians, says Thai health minister; at least another 14 wounded


Cambodian soldiers reload the BM-21 multiple rocket launcher in Preah Vihear province on July 24, 2025. Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodian military targets on July 24 as Cambodia fired rockets and artillery, killing a civilian, in a dramatic escalation of a long-running border row between the two neighbours. -- Photo by AFP

BNAGKOK (Reuters): As many as 11 Thai civilians and one soldier have been killed in the latest outbreak of border hostilities with Cambodia that began on Thursday, Thailand's health minister said.

Somsak Thepsuthin told reporters that Cambodia's actions, including an attack on a hospital, should be considered war crimes.

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