A soldier ⁤with the Royal⁤ Thai Army ⁤was ‌seriously injured on December 27, ​2025, after stepping ⁢on a PMN-2 anti-personnel mine⁤ during⁤ a mission in the Khao Sattasom area​ of⁣ Sisaket Province. The incident occurred at approximately ⁤11:30 a.m.⁤ local time,⁣ according⁤ to a statement released ​by the Royal⁣ Thai⁣ Army.

The injured soldier, identified as Private Narin ngaophrai, sustained critical injuries,‍ resulting in the amputation of⁤ his right leg.​ Immediate assistance was provided, and Private Ngaophrai was medically evacuated by helicopter to‍ Surin Hospital for treatment.He is currently under close medical supervision.

Following the incident, the area has ‍been secured ​and is undergoing a thorough safety inspection to prevent further incidents and ensure⁣ the ⁢safety of⁣ personnel ⁣operating in⁤ the ⁢region. The⁢ Royal Thai⁢ Army is prioritizing the safety of its troops and is taking measures to mitigate the risk of encountering further landmines.

The PMN-2 is ⁣a widely used, Soviet-designed anti-personnel ​mine known for its simple design and widespread distribution, posing a⁣ continuing threat in areas with past conflicts. Learn more about the PMN-2 mine from⁣ the​ Anti-Personnel Mine ‌Ban ⁤Convention.