UBON RATCHATHANI — 22 January 2026, Foreign military attaches made a second visit to Thailand’s northeastern border on Thursday to receive briefings on recent clashes near Ubon Ratchathani and Si Sa Ket provinces, with authorities saying it remains unclear whether a third round of fighting could occur.
The briefing was held at Fort Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital in Ubon Ratchathani province. Lt. Gen. Thiranan Nanthakwang, director-general of Army Intelligence, and Maj. Gen. Sukontharat Chawaphong, deputy commander of the 2nd Army Region, led a delegation of foreign military attaches, including representatives from the United States, Brunei, Canada, Germany, India, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, Japan and China.
The delegation was briefed on the impact of the Thai-Cambodian border situation in areas under the Suranaree Task Force. Before the briefing, all attendees observed a moment of silence in tribute to 42 soldiers killed in the unrest.
Maj. Gen. Sukontharat said he respected what the delegates had heard and the views they held, adding that he believed “the truth always prevails over falsehoods.” Speaking on behalf of the 2nd Army Region, he thanked the foreign attaches for honouring Thailand and its people and expressed hope that the factual information shared would be used appropriately.
Assessing the situation after the second round of clashes, Thai military officials said Cambodian forces had replaced some personnel, but not through large-scale troop movements. The adjustments were described as routine replacements for losses sustained earlier, along with reinforcement of positions, including bunkers and trenches that had been damaged, and the resupply of provisions and weapons. Overall, officials said the activity was consistent with normal military practice.
On the possibility of a third clash, officials said the situation had eased significantly but cautioned that vigilance remained necessary. The Thai military is on alert, they said, adding that while it is not possible to say whether another confrontation will occur, forces are prepared should tensions flare again.