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Thai security probe fuels diplomatic tension with Cambodia over suspect’s alleged links

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A major Thai security investigation involving weapons, explosives, and an alleged cross-border network has fueled rising diplomatic tension between Thailand and Cambodia.

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PATTAYA, Thailand – A high-profile national security investigation in Thailand has triggered rising diplomatic tension with Cambodia after Thai authorities arrested a Chinese national allegedly linked to a cache of military-grade weapons and explosives discovered in Chonburi.

According to reports cited by Cambodian media outlet Khmer Today, Thai police arrested the 31-year-old Chinese suspect on May 8 after raiding a rented residence where authorities reportedly uncovered a large quantity of weapons and tactical equipment, including C4 explosives, grenades, M4 rifles, and other military-rel…

Thai investigators reportedly suspect the man may have connections to a security-linked network allegedly associated with Cambodia’s Hun Sen Bodyguard Headquarters (BHQ), while also examining possible cross-border arms trafficking and alleged plans involving attacks inside Thailand.

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