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Jul
Heightened tensions have resurfaced at the border of Thailand and Cambodia, reigniting a longstanding history of disputes centered around territorial rights, cultural legacy, and national honor. Although this is not a novel issue, the latest incidents are bringing focus back to a region frequently seen as a hotspot in Southeast Asia, especially in the vicinity of the ancient Preah Vihear temple.The boundary between Thailand and Cambodia has historically been a tense area, with ongoing conflicts spanning several decades. Central to these disputes is a modest parcel of territory close to the historic Khmer Hindu sanctuary of Preah Vihear, which is…