More than 1,200 pieces of unexploded ordnance have been identified within the complex of Preah Vihear Temple, Cambodian authorities said, as several foreign military attachés inspected unexploded munitions (UXOs) fired by the Thai military during the 2025 clashes along the Cambodian–Thai frontier.
Maly Socheata, spokeswoman for the Ministry of National Defence, announced in a March 5 press release that the ministry coordinated a field visit so the attachés could observe the UXOs.
She explained that the inspection took place along the border area in Preah Vihear province, allowing the delegation to review the situation that followed the December 27 ceasefire.
Officials from the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC) briefed the delegation on the types of UXOs and other munitions that were discovered in the temple area.
“According to CMAC, a total of 1,223 pieces of unexploded ordnance and used munitions have been identified within the temple complex,” said the ministry.
Cambodian authorities noted that the Preah Vihear Temple is a UNESCO-listed World Heritage site and an important cultural and historical symbol for Cambodia.
The defence ministry shared how CMAC is continuing clearance operations in accordance with guidelines set by the government, with demining efforts to ensure the safety of residents and visitors in the surrounding area prioritised.
They highlighted that the removal of UXOs is part of broader efforts to secure the historic temple complex and prevent potential harm from remnants of the 2025 border conflict.
