- Photo: The Nation/ANN
BANGKOK: The Second Army Area issued an update on the Thai–Cambodian border situation on Friday (Jan 2), summarising developments on Thursday (Jan 1).
Overall, there were no armed clashes or confrontations, but the opposing side continued to reinforce troops and maintain a high level of operational readiness.
Ubon Ratchathani
No significant movement was observed in the Chong Bok and Chong An Ma areas.
Si Sa Ket
Along the Chong Sam Tae–Don Tuan–Phu Phi–Sattasom–Phanom Prasit–Chong Ta Thao corridor, the opposing side was seen increasing troop strength to boost readiness in key strategic areas.
Preah Vihear–Pha Mo I Daeng–Huai Ta Maria
No clashes were reported, though forces remained on standby.
Phu Makuea–Chong Don Ao–Phlan Yao–Phlan Hin Paet Kon
The opposing side was reported to be conducting resupply operations and flying UAVs for surveillance.
Surin
No significant activity was reported in the Chong Chom–Chong Prue–Chong Rayi areas, or around Khana Temple, Ta Kwai Temple, Chong Krang and Ta Muen Thom Temple.
At Ta Kwai Temple, troop deployments remained in place as usual.
Buri Ram
No significant movement was observed in the Chong Sai Taku area.
In the rear area, the opposing side was reported to be improving tactical routes to support logistics, particularly those leading towards Hill 745 and Yod Dom. - The Nation/ANN
