Cambodia’s Interior Ministry announced that more than 518,000 people have been displaced amid two weeks of intense fighting along the Thai-Cambodian border. The ministry’s statement from Phnom Penh said civilians, including women and children, fled their homes and schools to escape artillery fire, rocket attacks, and airstrikes reportedly involving Thai F-16 fighter jets.

The renewed border conflict, which has caused widespread destruction, has also displaced about 400,000 people in Thailand, according to Thai authorities. Both governments have accused each other of violating territorial integrity, while humanitarian agencies warn of worsening conditions for displaced families lacking food, shelter, and medical care.

Regional observers fear the escalation could derail ongoing peace discussions and destabilize Southeast Asia’s fragile border security. International organizations are urging both sides to agree to a ceasefire and allow humanitarian access to affected areas.