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title: "Thai military reports more clashes with Cambodia, says artillery and rockets fired"
description: "BANGKOK, July 25 (Reuters) - Clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops took place along their border for a second day early on Friday, with Cambodia using heavy weapons including artillery and rockets, Thailand's military said."
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# Thai military reports more clashes with Cambodia, says artillery and rockets fired

> BANGKOK, July 25 (Reuters) - Clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops took place along their border for a second day early on Friday, with Cambodia using heavy weapons including artillery and rockets, Thailand's military said.

By Reuters · Published 25 July 2025, 06:35 SAST · Updated 25 July 2025, 06:35 SAST

## Key points
- In a dramatic display of military might, Cambodian forces are unleashing a fireworks show of heavy artillery, while their Thai counterparts are joining the party with some tactical support fire—because nothing says “neighborhood rivalry” quite like a good old-fashioned bombardment.
- Cambodian military intensifies bombardment using heavy artillery and BM-21 rocket systems.
- Thai forces retaliate with supporting fire, adapting to the evolving tactical landscape.
- Ongoing conflict highlights escalating tensions between the two nations.
- Situation remains fluid as both sides respond to military provocations.

## Content

"Cambodian forces have conducted sustained bombardment utilising heavy weapons, field artillery, and BM-21 rocket systems," it said in a statement. "Thai forces have responded with appropriate supporting fire in accordance with the tactical situation."

(Reporting by Panarat Thepgumpanat; Writing by Martin Petty; Editing by David Stanway)