Thai Navy Launches Operation “Trat Pikhat Phairi 1” Responds to Cambodian Border Skirmish in Trat

Brickinfo News Agency – The Royal Thai Navy initiated Operation “Trat Pikhat Phairi 1” following a border clash with Cambodian forces in Trat province. The operation was launched early this morning after Cambodian troops reportedly opened a new front in the conflict, engaging Thai military personnel in the Ban Chamrak area.

At approximately 05:10 AM today, July 26, 2025, reports indicated that Cambodian soldiers initiated an attack on Thai forces near Ban Chamrak, Trat province. Troops from the Chanthaburi and Trat Border Defense Force responded to the aggression, leading to an exchange of fire. In response, the Royal Thai Navy activated Operation “Trat Pikhat Phairi 1” with the objective of pushing back and neutralizing Cambodian military positions that had reportedly encroached on three points within Thai territory.

By 06:40 AM, the Facebook page “Thai Navy Warships เรือรบราชนาวีไทย” confirmed that naval forces successfully repelled the Cambodian side, forcing them to retreat. Local authorities in Trat province have since completed the evacuation of residents from high-risk areas to safer inland locations across all three affected districts. Residents in potentially hazardous zones have been advised to prepare for further evacuation and to follow instructions from village leaders and officials.