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Thai Army Releases Footage of Cambodian Military Bases at Preah Vihear
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The Royal Thai Army releases drone footage showing Cambodian military installations within the Preah Vihear Temple, countering claims of indiscriminate attacks on a World Heritage site.
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Events
Cambodian forces established military bases within Preah Vihear Temple.
Border clashes occurred involving Thai artillery and Cambodian attacks on Huai Tam Maria and Pha Mo E-Daeng.
Thai Army used drones to destroy Cambodian UAV and jamming systems at the temple.
Thailand submitted evidence to UNESCO regarding the military use of the temple as a 'cultural shield'.
Cambodia requested $70 million from UNESCO for repairs but received only $60,000 due to Thai objections.
UNESCO and ICOMOS experts visited the site from March 1-6 to assess damage.
Who & What's Involved
Royal Thai ArmyUNESCOICOMOSPreah Vihear TempleHague Convention 1954
Topics
Border ConflictWorld Heritage SiteMilitary Drone WarfareInternational LawDiplomatic Dispute
Locations
Preah Vihear TempleHuai Tam MariaPha Mo E-DaengFrance