Thai Official Rejects War Crime Allegations Amid Border Tensions

On September 4, 2026, Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sonjaidee, Director of the Thai-Cambodian Situation Information Center (JIC), addressed recent reports in Cambodian media that cited a French photographer’s opinion suggesting Thai military actions could constitute war crimes. ACM Prapas stated that while Thailand respects media freedom, 'war crime' is a serious legal accusation that requires factual evidence rather than subjective opinion.

ACM Prapas emphasized that any investigation into international humanitarian law violations must apply consistent standards to all parties. He asserted that Thailand possesses a full timeline of evidence regarding the firing of BM-21 rockets from the Cambodian side into Thai civilian areas. Specifically, he referenced an incident on December 14, 2025, where a BM-21 rocket struck a civilian area in Kantharalak District, Sisaket Province, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. He challenged the international community to investigate the origin and targeting of these munitions.

For travelers and residents in border regions, this diplomatic and legal friction highlights ongoing security sensitivities. While the situation remains a matter of official discourse, those in the Sisaket area should remain informed through local news. It remains to be confirmed how international bodies will respond to these competing claims and whether a formal, neutral investigation will be established to verify the evidence presented by both sides.