It’s not going to end’: Thai evacuees fear for future after fresh clashes with Cambodia

Saturday, December 13, 2025 -Thousands of Thai residents remain displaced after fresh border clashes with Cambodia reignited fears of ongoing violence. 

Evacuees report living in temporary shelters, uncertain when—or if—they will be able to return home. Local authorities and humanitarian organizations are struggling to provide adequate food, medical care, and security amid escalating tensions along the border.

The renewed fighting has highlighted the fragile situation in the region, where disputes over territory and resources flare up periodically. 

Families describe nights filled with fear and uncertainty, as intermittent shelling and armed confrontations force communities to remain on high alert. Aid agencies are calling for urgent support to prevent a worsening humanitarian crisis as the rainy season complicates relief efforts.

Residents and evacuees warn that without a lasting resolution, displacement could continue for months or even years. Governments on both sides are under pressure to negotiate a ceasefire, while the international community monitors developments and urges dialogue. 

Meanwhile, the displaced population faces an urgent need for stability, safety, and long-term planning in the midst of a volatile border conflict.