Thai Strikes Damage Cambodian Homes, Schools, Heritage Sites Despite Ceasefire

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Dec. 16, 2025) — Cambodian officials accused Thai forces Tuesday of continuing attacks on civilian homes, schools and cultural heritage sites inside Cambodia, despite a ceasefire agreement.

The Ministry of Interior said Thai troops violated the truce between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Dec. 16. No new civilian casualties were reported during that period, but since fighting reignited Dec. 7, 15 civilians have been killed and 75 injured.

Authorities said the conflict has displaced more than 423,000 people — including 218,000 women and 130,000 children — across seven provinces. At least 48 houses, a school, a health center, an ancient temple, four pagodas and multiple public facilities have been damaged or destroyed.

Officials also reported Thai F-16 fighter jets bombed an ancient bridge more than 70 kilometers inside Cambodian territory, raising alarm over the targeting of civilian and heritage sites.

Essential services including education, healthcare and local administration have been largely suspended in affected areas due to ongoing air, ground and naval strikes, the ministry said.

Cambodia reaffirmed its commitment to defending sovereignty and urged the international community to monitor the situation and uphold humanitarian law.