The commander of the Trat Naval Task Force confirmed full control over the Trat border, having neutralized Cambodian forces completely without any counterattacks. He assured the people of Trat that everyone will be able to return home soon.
Updates on the Thailand-Cambodia border situation: On 17 Dec 2025 GMT+7, reporters stated that the border situation in Trat province has entered its 9th day under the operation. “Trat Suppresses the Opponent” This afternoon, gunfire continued as forces cleared target areas according to the planned operation.
Regarding this, reporters asked Commander Thananuan Wanna of the Trat Naval Task Force (commander of the Trat Naval Task Force), who said that Thai troops have now neutralized Cambodian forces completely, with no retaliation against Thai forces after the Navy and Air Force conducted intensive military operations for 8 days to reclaim three houses from Cambodian control.
“Currently, Thai forces fully control the situation and direct the course of battle as planned. We assure the public that everyone will be able to return home soon. Please do not worry.”
Commander Thananuan also commented on the mysterious drone sightings, saying they are merely psychological harassment flights. Sometimes it is difficult to distinguish with the naked eye between starlight and drones, but he confirmed these have no impact on the local people.