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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

They fled when Thailand attacked with Swedish fighter jets

Swedish Jas Gripen fighter jets were reportedly used for the first time in active combat during Thailand's attack on Cambodia, raising concerns among local civilians about ongoing violence and safety.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Cambodia: Online Scam Centers 'Destroying' the Country's Economy, According to the Prime Minister

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet has stated that online scam centers are severely harming the nation's economy and tarnishing its reputation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Recruiter of the Scam Expanse 'Mango Zone' in Cambodia Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison

A recruiter involved in a scam operation targeting South Koreans in the 'Mango Zone' near Phnom Penh, Cambodia, has been sentenced to seven years in prison.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

"Let's Open Coin Dating Savings"... 49 Arrested for Fishing Scam in Cambodia That Defrauded 10.5 Billion Won

A fishing scam organization based in Cambodia was caught after defrauding victims through fake online relationships, resulting in the arrest of 49 individuals by South Korean police.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cambodian Authorities Detain 15 Japanese for Involvement in Special Fraud related to Illegal Stay

Fifteen Japanese nationals were detained by Cambodian authorities in Phnom Penh for alleged involvement in fraudulent activities tied to their illegal stay in the country.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:54 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Over 600 Kenyans trapped in Cambodia trafficking case

Over 600 Kenyans are seeking help from the Kenyan government to return home after falling victim to a human trafficking scheme in Cambodia.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Cambodia denies firing on Thai patrol at the border

Cambodia refutes Thailand's claims of having fired on a Thai patrol, asserting the allegations are fabricated.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Thai army announced exchanging fire with Cambodia, which denies it

The Thai army claims it exchanged fire with Cambodian forces after being fired upon, while Cambodia denies the allegations.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Cambodia accused of violating ceasefire

Thailand's army accuses Cambodia of breaching a ceasefire following a shooting incident at the border, though Cambodia denies the allegations.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

Armed clash again between Thailand and Cambodia

Thailand's military reported an armed incident with Cambodia along the border, accusing Cambodia of violating a ceasefire agreement.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

'We have to avoid acts of provocation' with Cambodia, Thai FM says

Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow emphasizes the need for de-escalation in relations with Cambodia while rejecting its territorial claims amid ongoing tensions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cambodia Strengthens Crackdown on Special Scams, People Fleeing Base Seek Help from Japanese Embassy

Cambodia is intensifying its crackdown on special scams that are based in Southeast Asia, leading to many foreign nationals being detained and others attempting to escape.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Cambodian PM says Thai forces occupying disputed land despite Trump-brokered ceasefire

Cambodian PM Hun Manet claims that Thai forces have invaded Cambodian territory, breaking a ceasefire brokered by Donald Trump.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is Asian Schengen Getting Closer? Six Countries, One Visa and a Revolution in Tourism

The proposal for a single visa covering Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, and Myanmar is set to fundamentally change tourism in Southeast Asia.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Cambodian man dies in ICE custody

A 59-year-old Cambodian man was found dead in ICE custody in Indiana, marking the seventh death in ICE detention this year.

Feb 19 โ€ข 00:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The son's location information was cut off in Cambodia: Is it related to crime? A mother worries about his safety

A 20-year-old Japanese university student has gone missing in Cambodia since December of last year, raising concerns that he may have become involved with a criminal group.

Feb 18 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

"Occupation Forces Are in Our Territory": Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Violating Peace Agreement Mediated by Trump

Cambodia's Prime Minister, Hun Manet, has accused Thailand of keeping troops on Cambodian territory, violating a peace agreement mediated by former President Donald Trump.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Cambodia accuses Thailand of occupying land after ceasefire

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet has accused Thailand of occupying Cambodian territory despite a peace agreement mediated by former US President Donald Trump.

Feb 18 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Cambodia's Prime Minister: Thailand Occupies Land Despite Peace Agreement

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet has accused Thai forces of occupying Cambodian territory despite a peace agreement facilitated by former President Donald Trump.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Cambodia: Thailand Continues to Occupy Territory Despite Ceasefire

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet accuses Thailand of continuing to occupy Cambodian territory despite a ceasefire mediated by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Angelina Jolie Decides to Permanently Leave the United States

Angelina Jolie is preparing to permanently leave the United States next month, ending years of living in Los Angeles due to complex family and legal circumstances.

Feb 18 โ€ข 02:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When China Launched a War Against Vietnam, It Had to Retreat

The article recounts the historical conflict between China and Vietnam that began on February 17, 1979, in response to Vietnam's actions in Cambodia.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Crime & Justice

The Slaves of โ€˜Spamโ€™

Cyber scams are driven by large digital plantations where hundreds of thousands of kidnapped individuals are coerced into deceiving internet users.

Feb 16 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

No Japanese Among 800 Detained in Cambodia Special Fraud Case, Authorities Correct Announcement

Cambodian authorities modified their announcement stating that no Japanese were among the approximately 800 foreigners detained for involvement in special fraud at a casino in Sihanoukville.

Feb 14 โ€ข 03:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Suspect in Attempted Contract Murder 20 Years Ago Arrested in Cambodia

A suspect in an attempted contract murder case from over 20 years ago was arrested in Cambodia and has been extradited to South Korea.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

101 billion won 'romance scam', couple arrested and indicted after evading investigation by changing their faces

A South Korean couple involved in a 10 billion won 'romance scam' in Cambodia has been arrested and indicted after being investigated for their fraudulent activities targeting victims in South Korea.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Hundreds of Australians warned after personal details found in scam compound

The National Anti-Scam Centre has alerted 300 Australians that their personal information was discovered at a Cambodian scam center raided by Thai authorities.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Fake Police Station Abroad, Gandhi's Photo... 'Digital Arrest' Game Going On!

In Cambodia, nearly 200 scam centers have been shut down as part of a crackdown on international fraud, with significant arrests made.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Fallen Idol: From the Peak of K-Pop to the Abyss of Sexual Crime and Its Shadow in Cambodia

The article explores the downfall of K-pop idol Seungri, highlighting his transition from a prominent music figure to becoming embroiled in sexual crime scandals linked to the Burning Sun nightclub.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

They commit fraud all over the world. Cambodia shuts down 200 online centers during raids

Cambodia has recently closed nearly 200 fraudulent online centers as part of a crackdown on various internet fraud schemes.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cambodian authorities announce the detention of about 800 people, including Japanese nationals, suspected of involvement in special fraud

Cambodian authorities have detained approximately 800 individuals, including Japanese nationals, suspected of involvement in special fraud operations.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Seizing Expected Criminal Proceeds: Police Apply for Forfeiture from Extradited Suspects from Cambodia

The South Korean police plan to seize not only current assets but also expected future criminal proceeds from suspects extradited from Cambodia.

Feb 11 โ€ข 03:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Leader of Cambodia-derived voice phishing organization sentenced to 12 years in prison in first trial

A leader of a South Korean organized crime group operating in Thailand, derived from a Cambodian entity, has received a 12-year prison sentence for involvement in voice phishing crimes.

Feb 11 โ€ข 02:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Cambodian Government Aims to Eradicate Special Fraud by April, Strengthening Crackdown on Foreigners

The Cambodian government has set a goal to eradicate special fraud by April, intensifying crackdowns as foreigners flee from scam operations.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

UK, US cybercrime cooperation โ€˜continuesโ€™ after Chen Zhi extradition to China

The extradition of Chen Zhi from Cambodia to China has prompted ongoing collaboration among the UK, US, and Cambodia in addressing cybercrime.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Background of the confrontation with Cambodia, national-conservative party in Thailand wins parliament elections

The conservative-nationalist party in Thailand emerged victorious in the recent parliamentary elections against the progressive party.

Feb 9 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

A Minnesotan nurse saved my refugee familyโ€™s life. Four decades on, we watched the news together in horror

The author reflects on their family's experience as Cambodian refugees and the critical support they received from a nurse during their escape from the Khmer Rouge genocide.

Feb 9 โ€ข 05:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Thailand PM Anutinโ€™s party leads snap election, rejects coalition bid

Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party, led by PM Anutin Charnvirakul, is ahead in the snap election results and has declined to pursue coalition talks.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Early Elections: Thailand's ruling party poised for electoral victory

Thailand's ruling Bhumjaithai Party is expected to win the early elections amidst a surge in nationalism linked to a border conflict with Cambodia.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Elections in Thailand: Riding the Nationalist Wave

The conflict with Cambodia could help Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul maintain power, raising questions about the future of reformists.

Feb 7 โ€ข 19:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

VIDEO โŸฉ Horrifying scene in Cambodia: a man with his hands tied cried for help from the balcony but was dragged back into the apartment

A viral video from Cambodia shows a man with his hands tied pleading for help from a balcony before being forcibly pulled back inside, sparking international outcry.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Arrested for inviting a 75-year-old to work in Cambodia

Two suspects were arrested by Shiga Prefectural Police for allegedly kidnapping a 75-year-old man to transport him to Cambodia for a fraudulent job tied to a scam group.

Feb 6 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'If you mess with Koreans, you'll be ruined' while praising police and National Intelligence Service

President Yoon hailed the efforts of South Korean police and the National Intelligence Service for preventing any South Koreans from being among the 2,223 foreigners arrested in a recent Cambodian online scam crackdown, stating that messing with Koreans leads to ruin.

Feb 6 โ€ข 02:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Explaining the Situation: Why is the Thailand-Cambodia Conflict Escalating? The Roots of the Dispute

The escalating border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, which has resulted in significant military clashes and casualties, stems from longstanding disputes over border delineation and territorial claims.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Crime & Justice

VIDEO Journalists enter the infamous fraud center in Cambodia. This is how they operate

Journalists gain access to a notorious fraud center in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, revealing how workers are held in conditions akin to slavery.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Scammers staged a fake AFP office in a Cambodian compound. Why?

Scammers have created a fake Australian Federal Police office in a Cambodian compound, complete with logos and Australian flags, as part of their operation, according to Thailand's military.

Feb 4 โ€ข 05:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Thailand General Election: Ruling Party Makes Security an Issue Amid Border Dispute as Reform Momentum Among Youth Fades

Thailand's lower house general election is set for the 8th, with major parties struggling for support and a focus on coalition negotiations as security issues arise from a border dispute with Cambodia.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The World of Dichotomy [Eureka]

President Lee Jae-myung recently deleted a controversial social media post after facing backlash from the Cambodian government; the post, which criticized online scams and discussed housing policies, reflects his strong stance on real estate issues in South Korea.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
World

'Mass exodus' from Cambodian scam compounds a 'humanitarian disaster'

Cambodia is experiencing a mass exodus from online scam operations due to international pressure and the extradition of an alleged leader, leading to a humanitarian crisis.

Feb 3 โ€ข 05:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Crime & Justice

Thousands of people escape from forced labor centers dedicated to cyber fraud in Cambodia

Thousands of individuals, including alleged trafficking victims, have escaped or been freed from extensive cyber fraud labor camps across Cambodia, leaving them stranded and destitute, according to Amnesty International.

Feb 2 โ€ข 08:45 UTC

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