BANTEAY MEANCHEY: Cambodia has sealed all border crossings with Thailand in response to ongoing military clashes, effectively halting all cross-border movement between the two Southeast Asian neighbours.
The Interior Ministry said the suspension of entry and exit at all border points would remain in effect until further notice, reflecting growing concerns over safety and stability along the frontier.
The closure impacts border communities that rely heavily on cross-border trade and travel, while thousands of civilians have been displaced amid continued fighting.
Temporary camps have been set up in provinces such as Banteay Meanchey, where residents seek refuge as clashes persist nearby.
Observers warn that the situation poses risks not only to bilateral relations but also to regional security, urging renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.
The conflict and border closure mark one of the most serious flare-ups between Cambodia and Thailand in recent years.