Here’s the Cambodian Ministry of National Defence’s official timeline for Thai attacks on Cambodian territory on July 25, 2025, as reported during a press briefing:
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03:20 AM: Thai military forces launched an assault on multiple Cambodian locations including Phnom Khaing, Tathav, and Phnom 333.
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05:25 AM: Thailand deployed cluster bombs in the Phnom Khaing area—strongly condemned by Cambodian authorities due to their indiscriminate nature.
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05:30 AM: Attacks expanded to Cambodian sites at Ta Moan and Ta Krabey.
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05:40 AM: Further bombardments struck the Mom 3 area.
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06:50 AM: Cluster munitions were again used, targeting the Bodyguard Headquarters (Toul 95) and Techo Natural Village in Choam Ksan District.
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07:03 AM: Additional strikes hit the Choam Te area.
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08:00 AM: Thai forces attempted to assault and capture Takrabey Temple, according to the Cambodian defence spokesperson.
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Lieutenant General Maly Socheata emphasized that all these operations were initiated by Thai forces, described them as deliberate and coordinated, and accused Thailand of deploying cluster munitions in violation of international law. The primary objective, according to the Cambodian statement, seemed to be the capture of Takrabey Temple and surrounding border sites.
