Situation Overview
Thailand and Cambodia are engaged in their most severe border conflict in years. Heavy artillery, airstrikes, and tank assaults have been reported along the Dângrêk Mountains, centering on the Preah Vihear temple area. A fragile U.S.-brokered truce has collapsed, leading to mass displacement.
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Humanitarian Impact
The escalation has triggered a massive displacement crisis, surpassing the figures from July 2025. This dashboard visualizes the scale of the human cost, comparing evacuation figures across the border.
Total Displaced
~505,000
↑ Rapid Increase since Dec 1
Thai Evacuees
400,000+
Across 7 Provinces
Cambodian Evacuees
105,000
In Shelters/Safe Zones
Evacuation Distribution
Dec 2025 EstimatesSource: Thai Defense Officials & Cambodian Authorities
Escalation Severity: July vs. Dec
Historical ContextNote: December crisis displacement is approx 3x larger than July.
Regional Status
Current threat levels by key sector.
Preah Vihear Sector
COMBAT ZONEHeavy artillery and airstrikes reported. Primary flashpoint.
Dângrêk Range
HIGH RISKNew landmine deployment reported. Tank maneuvers observed.
Surin & Banteay Meanchey
EVACUATIONMass civilian movement. Shelling reported in residential areas.
Conflict Timeline
Context & Analysis
Explore the historical and diplomatic drivers of the conflict.
The Collapse of the "October Truce"
The ceasefire facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump in October 2025 has effectively disintegrated. Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating terms by deploying landmines, while Cambodia cites Thai aggression as a breach of sovereignty.
- US Intervention: President Trump has signaled plans to intervene again via direct calls, but Bangkok is rejecting pressure linked to trade tariffs.
- SE Games Withdrawal: In a major diplomatic rebuke, Cambodia has withdrawn from the upcoming Southeast Asian Games hosted by Thailand.
- Stance: Thailand insists operations are to "degrade military capabilities," while Phnom Penh views this as an invasion.
The Ancient Dispute
At the heart of the violence is the Preah Vihear Temple, an ancient Hindu site on a cliff-top in the Dângrêk Mountains.
- 1962 Ruling: The International Court of Justice awarded the temple to Cambodia, but the surrounding 4.6 square kilometers remain contested.
- Nationalism: The dispute is frequently used in both nations to stoke nationalist sentiment during times of domestic political instability.
- UNESCO Warning: The UN body has warned that current shelling poses a direct physical threat to the World Heritage site.
Global & Regional Aid
International agencies are scrambling to support the half-million displaced civilians.
UN Agencies
UNHCR, WFP, UNICEF, and WHO are coordinating protection, food, and health services through country teams.
NGOs
ICRC, World Vision, and ActionAid are providing WASH (Water, Sanitation, Hygiene) and shelter support.
Media & Aid Coordination
Official channels for verification and assistance.
