The Joint Press Center on the Thai-Cambodian Border Situation on 4 January 2026 at 12.00 hr provided answers to the following questions regarding the Thai-Cambodian border situation based on international law, humanitarian principles, and verifiable facts.

Q1: Who initiated the use of military force?
A: Thailand reassures that its use of force was for self-defense following actions that threatened the safety of civilians and Thai forces in the border area. Thailand does not have a policy of initiating violence and supports investigation through mutually agreed-upon mechanisms. 

Q2: Has Thailand violated the ceasefire agreement?
A: Thailand strictly adheres to the ceasefire agreement and has issued orders to control its forces at all levels. If any incidents should occur, Thailand supports investigation through mutually agreed-upon mechanisms and is ready to provide factual information.

Q3: Were civilians attacked?
A: Thai forces have no policy of attacking civilians. Thai military actions are based on the principles of Target Distinction Military Necessity and Proportionality.

Q4: Were historical sites or World Heritage sites targeted?
A: Thailand respects the protection of cultural property under international conventions. However, if any site is used for military purposes, it may lose its temporary protective status under humanitarian law. Thailand adheres to the principle of utmost caution in all cases.

Q5: Did Thailand use excessive force?
A: Thailand's use of force is governed by clear Rules of Engagement (ROE). Targets are limited to military purposes and aim to minimize the impact on civilians. There was no use of force for punitive purposes or occupation.

Q6: Were prohibited weapons, such as cluster munitions, used?
A: Thailand strictly adheres to its international obligations. There is no policy of using weapons that violate International Humanitarian Law. If there are any questions, Thailand is ready to provide information through appropriate channels.

Q7: What does the repatriation of the 18 Cambodian soldiers reflect?
A: It confirms an adherence to humanitarian principles and respect for the laws that govern war. The treatment of detainees was carried out in accordance with the Geneva Conventions, in coordination with neutral organizations. Thailand believes that International Humanitarian Law is the foundation of lasting peace.

Q8: Finally, how does Thailand see a sustainable resolution for this conflict?
A: Thailand wants to see a permanent cessation of violence, the safety of civilians on both sides and resolutions through negotiation and diplomacy based on universal principles and International Law. Thailand believes that peace must be based on the truth, responsibility, and humanitarianism.