Phnom Penh, Cambodia – At approximately 10:58 AM on July 24, 2025, a Royal Thai Air Force F-16 fighter jet was reportedly shot down by the Cambodian military near the border region. The incident has escalated tensions between the two neighboring Southeast Asian nations.
Initial reports from Cambodian defense sources claim the jet violated Cambodian airspace and failed to respond to multiple warnings before being targeted. The Cambodian Ministry of National Defense stated that the action was taken in self-defense to protect national sovereignty.
Thai authorities have not yet released an official statement, though unconfirmed sources suggest a rescue operation may be underway for the pilot.
This is a developing story, and both governments are expected to hold emergency briefings in the coming hours. Regional observers are closely monitoring the situation as fears of broader conflict or diplomatic fallout grow.
