The Second Army Region clarified the cause of an explosion sound near Chong Krang, Surin Province, firmly stating that Thai forces did not conduct any operations following accusations. They also released images of Cambodian soldiers whose wounds correspond more to stepping on a mine than being hit by a grenade.
On 5 July 2026, the Second Army Region responded to reports circulating on Cambodian social media claiming that Thai soldiers had thrown grenades into Cambodian positions, injuring three Cambodian personnel on that day, as follows.
Upon fact-checking by military units in the area, it was found that around 12:45 p.m., Thai forces heard an explosion in an area under Cambodian control and outside the Thai barbed wire fence. Thai forces did not conduct any operations in that area and suffered no personnel or equipment losses.
Following the incident, images were shared showing three injured Cambodian soldiers. Preliminary examination of the wounds showed the most severely injured had wounds on the left sole, shin, and face, while the other two mainly had injuries on their legs.
These injuries were concentrated around the feet and legs, consistent with stepping on a mine rather than grenade injuries. Typically, grenade explosions cause shrapnel wounds scattered across the body and may be more severe, which does not match the injuries shown in the images.
The Second Army Region confirms that based on the initial information and facts, there is no evidence indicating Thai personnel used force or threw grenades into Cambodian areas as alleged. The explosion occurred in territory controlled by Cambodia, where Thai forces did not operate.
The Second Army Region remains committed to performing its duties with patience, restraint, and respect for border agreements. It will carry out all missions carefully to maintain peace, security, and good border relations, and is ready to cooperate in fact-finding through existing mechanisms if further information or evidence arises.
