On the afternoon of December 22, Thai forces continued shelling toward Poipet, with shells landing near the Elephant Roundabout and heightening tensions in the city. Local civilian homes also came under rifle fire, creating chaotic scenes and seriously threatening residents’ lives and property.
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The main roads leading out of Poipet, including Roads 5, 58, 30 and 50, had all been closed, severely affecting travel. The Poipet city administration had issued an emergency notice the previous day warning residents not to use Road 5 to avoid being injured by shelling.
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Amid the tensions, residents were seeking safe places to shelter, and some had gathered in safe areas to wait for the situation to ease. The incident had drawn international attention, while the local security situation continued to deteriorate.
Compiled by KPS99TV