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The longstanding border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia escalated dramatically in 2025, resulting in intense air strikes and heavy artillery exchanges. The 817-kilometer border dispute had simmered for years, but tensions erupted into open hostilities, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions.

Thitinan Pongsudhirak, a noted Professor of International Relations at Chulalongkorn University, provides insights into the underlying causes of this flare-up in a recent discussion. His analysis highlights the geopolitical complexities and the historical grievances that fuel these hostilities.

After a period of fierce fighting, a fragile ceasefire was eventually established, but the situation remains volatile. The conflict underscores the need for diplomatic efforts to address not only the immediate issues but also the deeper historical and territorial disputes that plague the relationship between Thailand and Cambodia.