Chong chom: Urgent developments have been reported along the O'Semet border where Cambodian soldiers have fired 11 rounds, presumably to assess the battle lines in the area. In response, Thailand fired two warning shots after detecting foreign troops near the barbed wire fence. The situation remains tense with vigilance being maintained around the clock. According to Thai News Agency, at 6:40 PM on May 13, 2026, the Suranaree Task Force reported to the 2nd Army Region that Cambodian soldiers fired 11 rounds in several locations along the O'Semed area. This incident occurred as dusk set in, with threatening weather conditions including looming rain. The firing reportedly began near Hill 278, located east of Chong Chom, and continued downhill towards the market on the east side of the road into the O'Semet area. Cambodian forces fired approximately 1-2 shots at each point, totaling 11 rounds. A heavy downpour followed the incident, and no further movements from the Cambodian side have been observed. Earlier that morning, at around 9:00 AM, officers detected a person of Western nationality, whose specific nationality remains unknown, near the barbed wire fence on the road leading to Our Samet. As a precautionary measure, officers fired two warning shots to prevent any potential intrusion and to avoid misunderstandings that might compromise border security. Security assessments suggest that the Cambodian firing was meant as a "test firing," and the situation is reported to be under control. Thai officials have assured continued 24-hour surveillance to monitor any developments along the border.
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