Thailand and Cambodia Clash Again in Border Dispute

Friday began a long range artillery firing between Thailand and Cambodian troops, continuing to sunday. Only 10 people have been killed while thousands of residents on either side of the boarder were evacuated. Like children caught in a fight on the playground both countries accused the other for starting it. Two ancient Hindu temples located near Preah Vihear continues to be the focus of tension between both countries since 2008 when the U.N. acknowledged it as a World Heritage site of Cambodia. Obviously, Thailand also claims ownership of the area, stirring up dissension between. It is unclear how long the feud will last but the U.N. has stepped in to be the voice of reason calling an effective cease-fire so they could begin a peaceful resolution.

Ana Foster