Tensions Rise in Thailand–Cambodia Border Dispute After Thai Army Removes Hindu Goddess Idol

Tensions have further escalated along the Thailand–Cambodia border following the removal of a Hindu goddess idol by the Thai army from a disputed area. According to Thai military officials, the idol had been installed by Cambodian forces inside a sensitive and contested zone, raising security concerns. Cambodia, however, strongly criticized the action, calling it an attack on its cultural and religious heritage. Officials in Phnom Penh said the removal has hurt religious sentiments and violated cultural respect. The incident has added a new layer of complexity to the long-standing border dispute between the two neighboring countries, increasing diplomatic strain and regional attention.
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