On the Move: Pregnant in the Face of Conflict

Suang Sreang, a nine-month pregnant Cambodian woman, is grappling with the reality of giving birth in a displacement camp amid intense fighting between Cambodian and Thai forces. The conflict has forced tens of thousands to flee, straining resources and creating difficult living conditions in makeshift camps along the border.

Suang Sreang, nine-months pregnant, contemplates an uncertain future in a displacement camp as fighting intensifies between Cambodian and Thai forces at their disputed border.

Amidst this atmosphere of conflict, she reflects on the challenges of leaving everything behind, focusing primarily on the safety of her children. As hostilities spread, the region experiences one of the most severe displacements in recent history.

With over 130,000 people seeking refuge in over 100 evacuation centers, resources are stretched thin. Meanwhile, national and local authorities, alongside charitable organizations, strive to provide necessary aid and maintain hope for peace.

(With inputs from agencies.)