Cambodia says its soldiers retaliated after ‘attack’ by Thai troops

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PHNOM PENH - Cambodian troops retaliated after coming under attack from Thailand’s army at a disputed area of their border, Cambodia’s defence ministry said.

In a statement, the ministry’s spokesperson said Cambodian troops acted in self-defence. Thailand’s military had earlier said Cambodian soldiers fired the first shots. REUTERS

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