Thailand Deploys F-16s Amid Border Clashes with Myanmar
Thailand's Air Force deployed F-16 fighter jets to patrol its airspace following intense clashes between Myanmar's military and ethnic Karen rebels near the Thai border. The conflict has led to stray munitions landing on Thai soil, prompting a show of force.
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Myanmar government and ethnic rebels engage in clashes.
Fighting results in explosions and stray munitions near the Thai border in Tak province.
Thai citizens living near the border are affected and concerned.
Myanmar military requests air support.
Thai Air Force deploys two F-16 fighter jets to patrol the border airspace.
The F-16 patrols aim to deter incursions and ensure Thai sovereignty.
Sporadic clashes continue along the border.
Thai border security forces are on high alert.
Cambodian police conduct operations against scam centers in Poipet.
Numerous individuals, including Chinese nationals and some Thais, are arrested.
China's Foreign Minister visits Cambodia, potentially influencing the crackdown.