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Thailand, Cambodia agree to ASEAN observer team as part of de-escalation efforts
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to the deployment of an ASEAN observer team in an effort to de-escalate their ongoing conflict, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on Wednesday (17 December).
Thai Air Force strikes BM-21 depot in Poipet after rocket attacks on civilians
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
The Royal Thai Air Force targets a BM-21 rocket depot in Poipet, Cambodia, after rockets were used to attack Thai troops and civilians.
Her Majesty the Queen leads Thailand's sailing team to historic gold at the 33rd SEA Games
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Her Majesty the Queen leads Thailand’s sailing team to a historic gold medal at the 33rd SEA Games. The Thai team triumphed in the new SSL 47 event, showcasing unity and strategic brilliance.
Asst  navy chief visits China to check progress of submarine construction
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Adm Nares Wongtrakul, Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, visits China to check on the progress of the S26T submarine project, which resumed after an agreement to use a Chinese engine.
DDPM warns three Songkhla districts of flash floods and mudslides
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
The DDPM has issued warnings for three districts in Songkhla—Muang, Hat Yai, and Na Mom—due to the risk of flash floods and mudslides following heavy rainfall. The department has advised residents to stay alert and follow safety measures.
Good Samaritan’s warnings go unheard before fatal overpass collapse
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Dump truck with a raised bed slammed into a Bang Na-Trat overpass, causing a collapse that killed a pickup driver. Witnesses tried to warn driver by honking for 200 meters, but signals went unnoticed before fatal impact
Foreign minister does not reject foreign mediation, calls for neutrality in resolving Thailand-Cambodia conflict
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
MFA Sihasak visits Japan, discusses Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, emphasizes neutrality and non-bias in international mediation efforts
First Army targets military installations in Poipet, destroys BM-21 rocket system
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025
Thailand's First Army attacks military targets in Poipet, Cambodia, destroying a BM-21 rocket system. The strike was a response to threats to national security.