Phnom penh: The Ministry of National Defence has reported that Thai military forces carried out armed attacks on locations in Cambodia's 4th and 5th Military Regions, resulting in civilian casualties. According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, H.E. Lt. Gen. Maly Socheata, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of National Defence, stated that the Thai military continued firing throughout the night in the 5th Military Region. At 00:59 on Dec. 9, Thai forces intensified their fire in Thmar Puok district, Banteay Meanchey province, killing two civilians who were travelling along National Road 56. Since 04:45 a.m. on the same day, Thai forces have also been firing in the 4th Military Region, particularly in the Phnom Khmoach area. The attacks have expanded to multiple locations, including Tathav, Tamone Temple, Preah Vihear Temple, Khnar Temple, Veal Intri, Phnom Khmoach, Kaul 8, Choam Te An Ses, Thmar Daun, O'Smach, Phnom Anusavory, and areas in front of Keo Sikha Kirisvara Pagoda. Reports indicate that chemical smoke was use d at Ta Krabei Temple. The Ministry of National Defence and the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces are committed to resolving the issue peacefully, respecting all decisions made by the Royal Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia in accordance with international law. The spokeswoman emphasized the readiness to protect Cambodia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of the Cambodian people, asserting that no country will be allowed to illegally violate Cambodian territory.