Cambodia Slams Sam Rainsy Over Reported Border Clash Remarks
The Cambodian government has accused exiled opposition leader Sam Rainsy of undermining national interests following reports that he allegedly stated Cambodian forces fired first in a border clash with Thailand. A government spokesperson reiterated Phnom Penh's long-standing position that Thai forces initiated the confrontation and demanded accountability from Rainsy.
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