China-made rocket threat triggers Thai airstrikes on Cambodian bases

• Thailand bombed Cambodian territory after intelligence suggested long-range rockets, including China-made PHL-03s, could target Thai civilian sites.
• Thai officials stated Cambodian rocket systems (PHL-03, BM-21) were positioned to potentially hit Buriram airport and Prasat Hospital.
• The airstrikes represent the most severe border escalation since July, with both countries accusing each other of violating a ceasefire.
• Thailand claims Cambodian troops initiated fighting, while Cambodia alleges Thailand launched an attack, escalating border tensions.
• Cambodia's limited but long-range rocket arsenal (PHL-03, BM-21) gives it strategic leverage despite its smaller military.

Why It Matters: Thai airstrikes escalate border conflict, countering long-range rocket threats to civilians.