In a tragic incident, 20 soldiers were killed and several others wounded in an ammunition explosion at a base in southwestern Cambodia. Prime Minister Hun Manet expressed his shock in a heartfelt Facebook post following the devastating blast. The cause of the explosion is still unclear, but several badly damaged buildings were seen at the scene, with four buildings completely destroyed and military vehicles damaged. Additionally, 25 villagers’ homes were also damaged as a result of the explosion.
The blast caused extensive damage, with a nearby resident reporting a major explosion followed by smaller blasts. The heat wave in the region may have played a role in destabilizing the explosives, leading to the tragic incident. Windows were shattered at a nearby factory, and homes suffered minor damage up to a kilometer away from the site of the explosion.
Prime Minister Hun Manet offered his condolences to the families of the victims and promised government support for funerals and compensation for those affected by the explosion. The Prime Minister, who is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, succeeded his father as Prime Minister last year.
Overall, the incident has caused devastating losses and damage, and the government has vowed to support those affected by the tragic explosion. The entire nation mourns the loss of the soldiers and stands in solidarity with their families during this difficult time.
