Bangkok: The Thai government has issued a strong condemnation against Cambodia for what it describes as a cruel and inhumane act of aggression, following the firing of BM-21 rockets into civilian areas within Thai territory. This incident has resulted in civilian casualties and significant damage to property.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, reported receiving information from the village head of Moo 4, Saothongchai Subdistrict, Kantaralak District, Sisaket Province. The report detailed that at 11:50 AM, a BM-21 grenade was fired into the Nong Mek area, leading to one fatality believed to be caused by shrapnel near Nong Mek School.
In addition to the loss of life, the attack caused a fire that completely destroyed one house, while several other homes were damaged by shrapnel. Fortunately, no additional injuries were reported as residents had been evacuated from the area. Emergency services, including fire trucks, have been dispatched to handle the aftermath.
Mr. Siripong condemned the attack, emphasizing the Thai government's stance that the action by Cambodia was deliberate and unacceptable under international principles. He highlighted that the affected civilians and communities were not involved in any military operations. The attack has instilled widespread fear among the local population regarding their safety, as it contradicts Cambodia's usual claims of accidental strikes.