Cambodia Accuses Thai Military of Using 'Poison Gas' in Past Conflict, Citing Nearly 400 Casualties
Cambodia's Mine Action Centre (CMAC) Director-General Heng Ratana revealed that the Thai military used 'poison gas' containing chemical substances during past conflicts, resulting in nearly 400 Cambodian soldiers and civilians killed or injured. Further analysis is underway to identify these chemicals and determine potential violations of international law.
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