Navy warns of response if Cambodian troops crossed Thai border
MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026
The Royal Thai Navy says it will retaliate if any Cambodian military intrusion is confirmed after a Thai flag disappeared from a strategic U-shaped border area in Chanthaburi.
Anutin: Thailand must stay ‘as neutral as possible’ amid Middle East conflict
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul says Thailand will maintain neutrality while preparing to assist Thai nationals in affected countries, with the National Security Council set to meet on March 2 to finalise support and evacuation measures.
Mae Hong Son ISOC urges vigilance at Pai, Chiang Mai sites amid Israel-Iran escalation
SUNDAY, MARCH 01, 2026
Mae Hong Son’s ISOC chief has urged heightened vigilance at symbolic sites linked to Israeli and US interests in Pai and Chiang Mai after the Israel-Iran conflict intensified, citing an Israeli NSC advisory warning citizens abroad to take extra precautions.
Retiring Navy chief expects Thai-Cambodian border conflicts to drag on to next year
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
Retiring Navy chief Adm Jirapol Wongwit predicts Thai-Cambodian border conflicts will continue into next year, stressing the need for diplomatic solutions over military action.
Anutin gives military final say on reopening border with Cambodia
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2025
PM Anutin says the military will decide on reopening the Cambodian border, ruling out talks while Cambodia uses “human shields” to provoke Thai troops.
Prasat Sdok Kok Thom temporarily closed to tourists due to border conflict risks
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2025
Prasat Sdok Kok Thom in Sa Kaeo has been temporarily closed as border tensions escalate. The RTA says the site will reopen when the situation normalises.