Phnom penh: The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Interior has categorically rejected a recent false reporting by Khaosod English claiming that "... Thai Marines Seize Large Cambodian Arms Cache Hidden in Casino."

According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the Spokesperson clarified that the images and location presented as evidence of the alleged seizure of Cambodian weapons are not within what is referred to as the 'Thmar Da Casino compound.' Instead, the location shown is the 'Gate 56 of Border Patrol Police,' under Command Colonel Police Battalion Border Protection 825 of the Commissariat of Pursat Provincial Police, which is entirely within the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Cambodia.

The Spokesperson emphasized that the dissemination of false information demonstrates malicious intent that contradicts Paragraph 8 of the Joint Statement of the 3rd Special General Border Committee (GBC) between Cambodia and Thailand, held on Dec. 27, 2025. Paragraph 8 states that both sides agree to refrain from spreading false information to de-escalate tensions and foster peaceful dialogue.

Furthermore, the Spokesperson noted that the seizure of weapons from a police station within Cambodian territory constitutes an act of plunder, highlighting the alleged application of the law of the jungle by the Thai government and military. The Thai side must bear responsibility under international law and cannot evade accountability.

The Spokesperson reiterated the rejection of Khaosod English's reporting and urged the Thai side to cease hostile actions, adhering to the Joint Statement of the GBC to seek a peaceful resolution based on mutual trust, sincerity, goodwill, justice, and respect.