Thai forces press on at Hill 350

Cambodian artillery fire kills two soldiers

- JAKKRIT WAEWKLAYHONG

Thailand has intensified operations around Hill 350 near Prasat Ta Kwai in Surin, the fiercest flashpoint in the border clashes with Cambodia.

Army deputy spokesman Col Ritcha Suksuwan said Cambodian forces have continued heavy attacks along the frontier, concentrating artillery fire on Hill 350. The bombardment killed two Thai soldiers on Tuesday night, but troops have held their ground as fighting remains ongoing.

He said Hill 350 is a decisive tactical position fortified by Cambodian troops, making Thai efforts to regain complete control highly challenging.

Clashes have also persisted in Sa Kaeo's Khok Sung district, where Thai units have pushed back repeated assaults.