Thai Soldier Injured by Landmine Amid Cambodia Border Tensions

Thailand's army has accused Cambodia of repeatedly planting landmines along their disputed border, causing injuries to Thai soldiers despite a ceasefire agreement reached in late July after deadly clashes. The most recent incident involved a Thai sergeant severely injured by a landmine near the Prasat Ta Muen Thom temple in Surin province, an area claimed by both countries. Thailand condemns these actions as violations of the ceasefire and international law, specifically the Ottawa Convention, which both nations have ratified. Cambodia denies laying new mines, attributing injuries to old unexploded ordnance from past conflicts and asserting adherence to international agreements. The border dispute has a long history, with fighting in July resulting in dozens of deaths and the displacement of over 300,000 people. Thailand warns it may have to exercise its right to self-defense if these incidents continue, while both sides have pledged to maintain the fragile ceasefire brokered with international mediation, including involvement from U.S. President Donald Trump.