The Second Army updated the Thailand-Cambodia border situation, reporting hearing a 40mm grenade launcher of unknown origin and detecting a laser-like targeting light directed at Phu Pha Lek Base. Thai soldiers fired warning shots in response, after which the gunfire stopped. The incident is believed to be caused by Cambodian forces' lack of discipline.
30 Jan 2026 GMT+7 23:39 GMT+7 . Facebook pageSecond Armyupdated the Thailand-Cambodia border situation, stating that in Kantharalak District, Si Sa Ket Province, on 30 Jan 2026,
20:10 GMT+7, there was an incident involving illumination near the Tamorchat base, suspected that Cambodian forces passed through an access route toward our forces.
21:00 GMT+7, a 40mm grenade launcher was heard, origin unknown. The impact point was detected to the east of Phu Pha Lek Base. Afterwards, a searchlight was observed along with a straight glowing line resembling a laser targeting beam directed at Phu Pha Lek Base.
Our forces fired warning shots according to the situation; subsequently, the gunfire ceased.
Commanders from both sides coordinated to resolve the issue, as the incident occurred suddenly without preparation, and it is believed to be caused by Cambodian forces' lack of discipline.
Any further developments will be reported in due course.