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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
BANGKOK, Dec. 10 (Xinhua) — Thailand's 1st Army Area Command said on Wednesday that its task force and air force carried out a joint air strike using an F-16 fighter jet on a Cambodian military base across the border from Ban Nong Chan in Sa Kaeo province.
As clashes between Thailand and Cambodia escalate, the Royal Thai Navy has mobilized its sea, land and air forces to protect border areas in Chanthaburi and Trat provinces, according to Thai media reports on Wednesday.
Reports indicate that naval patrol vessels have been deployed to the area for 24-hour patrols and surveillance, prepared for any escalation. The navy has also warned all Thai fishing vessels to avoid the maritime border with Cambodia and to immediately report any Cambodian warships they spot.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told local media in Bangkok on Wednesday that he had not contacted the Cambodian side and that the current moment was not suitable for negotiations.
Thai Foreign Minister Sikhasak Phuangketkeow told foreign media on Tuesday that the current situation is not suitable for third-party mediation and that Cambodia must take the lead in de-escalating tensions.
The border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand resumed on Sunday afternoon. Both sides accused the other of orchestrating the attack and confirmed casualties.
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