Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire following five days of intense border fighting. This deadly conflict represents the worst confrontation between the two countries in over a decade. The ceasefire officially took effect at midnight local time on Monday.
More than 300,000 people were displaced during the clashes, demonstrating the severe humanitarian impact of the conflict. Despite the ceasefire, the Thai army has accused Cambodia of violating the agreement, reporting that clashes continued into early Tuesday morning. Major-General Winthai Suvaree stated that Thai troops responded in self-defense during these incidents.
To address ongoing tensions and foster peace, commanders from both nations are scheduled to meet and discuss further peace efforts. They also plan to establish a cross-border committee next week to monitor and maintain stability along the border.
The ceasefire agreement has been welcomed by international leaders, including:
- The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres
- Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim
This important step aims to reduce tensions after the tragic conflict caused considerable loss and displacement. However, the situation remains fragile due to unresolved political issues and deep-rooted tensions between the countries.
The world continues to watch closely as Thailand and Cambodia work toward lasting peace following days of violent confrontations along their shared border. Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for the latest updates on this developing story.
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