Summary
A ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia is mostly holding after both countries agreed to stop fighting at a meeting in Malaysia. The agreement came after hostilities that caused at least 38 deaths and displaced nearly 300,000 people. Some minor conflicts continued, but military leaders from both countries are coordinating to prevent further escalation.
Key Facts
- Thailand and Cambodia agreed to a ceasefire at a meeting in Malaysia after a week of conflict.
- The fighting resulted in at least 38 deaths, mostly civilians, and displaced nearly 300,000 people.
- The ceasefire followed economic pressure from a potential 36% U.S. tariff on goods from both countries.
- Thailand accused Cambodia of attacks after the ceasefire, but Cambodia denied these claims.
- Sporadic gunfire occurred, though both countries' armies agreed to stop troop movements and avoid escalating the conflict.
- A joint border committee meeting is scheduled in Cambodia on August 4 to discuss the situation further.
- Many displaced people began returning home, but some remain in temporary shelters, waiting for safety assurances.
- The conflict started after a landmine injured Thai soldiers, and tensions had been rising since a Cambodian soldier was killed during a confrontation.
