National News · PoliticsHalf a Million Flee as Thai-Cambodian Fighting Menaces Preah Vihear
More than 500,000 have fled renewed Thai-Cambodian shelling, threatening Preah Vihear. Stay informed on safety tips, travel advisories and relief efforts.
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Politics · EconomyLandmines and Curfews Disrupt Thai-Cambodia Border Trade as Talks Stall
Landmines and curfews shutter markets and displace villagers along the Thai-Cambodia border, while stalled peace talks fuel fears of wider conflict. Read more
Politics · EconomyThai Army Denies Civilian Toll as Sa Kaeo Border Trade Halts
Sa Kaeo border trade has ground to a halt after clashes on the Thai-Cambodian frontier; Bangkok denies civilian deaths, risking ฿1.3 billion in monthly losses.
Politics · EconomyAbhisit Unveils Youth-Driven, Anti-Corruption and Green Agenda for Thailand’s Democrat Party
Ex-premier Abhisit Vejjajiva is back, steering Thailand’s Democrat Party toward a youth-led, green and anti-corruption reboot to reclaim southern voters.
National News · PoliticsThai F-16s Strike Casino Drone Bases, Half-Million Evacuated
Thai F-16 strikes demolished casino drone hubs on the Cambodia border, triggering evacuations of over 500,000 in Ubon, Surin, Buriram and Trat.
Politics · National NewsUndecided Voters Could Tip or Derail Thailand’s 2026 Election
Almost one third of Thai voters remain undecided ahead of the 2026 election. Learn issues swaying them, provinces to watch, and how parties will earn support.
Politics · National NewsThai Tank Strike Destroys Arms Cache in Cambodian Casino; Border Curfews Imposed
Thai tanks shelled a suspected arms depot in a Cambodian casino opposite Sa Kaeo, prompting curfews, halted border trade and a flood of refugees into Thailand.
National News · PoliticsThailand’s Eastern Border Under Siege as Rockets and Drones Displace 170,000
Rockets and kamikaze drones along the Thai-Cambodian border have killed soldiers, displaced 170,000 people and frozen ฿100 bn in trade — latest on the escalating clash.
National News · PoliticsShelling at Thai Border Displaces 200,000, Cash Aid and Bunkers Ramp Up
Fighting on the Thai-Cambodian border has forced nearly 200,000 into shelters; PromptPay cash aid, fresh bunkers and QR-code registration speed relief for affected families.