India Issues Travel Advisory for Nationals in Cambodia Amid Ongoing Thailand Conflict

In its official notice, the embassy emphasized that Indian citizens should refrain from traveling to border regions and should stay updated on the situation. In case of emergencies, the embassy in Phnom Penh can be contacted at +855 92881676 or via email at [email protected].

This advisory comes after recent military confrontations between Cambodia and Thailand, which have intensified since Thursday. The fighting has involved airstrikes, artillery shelling, and ground troops, leading to a rising death toll. As of the latest reports, at least 33 people have been killed, with many others wounded on both sides.

The conflict, which has been simmering for years, escalated in May after a Cambodian soldier was killed in a skirmish, further fueling tensions between the two nations. Cambodia and Thailand share a long and disputed 800-kilometer border, with several areas still contested. Previous clashes between the two countries took place between 2008 and 2011, leaving many dead and tens of thousands displaced.

The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting on Friday to discuss the situation, and both nations have called for an immediate ceasefire. Tourists are advised to monitor official updates from Thai sources, including the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

Given the rising security concerns, the Indian Embassy in Thailand had also issued a similar advisory, urging travelers to avoid areas near the border.