Summary
Recently, fighting between Thailand and Cambodia has escalated along their border, breaking a previously established ceasefire. Since the clashes restarted, three Thai soldiers and seven Cambodian civilians have died. The tension dates back over a century, but recent incidents have reignited conflicts.
Key Facts
- Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia resumed at the border, breaking a ceasefire.
- Three Thai soldiers and seven Cambodian civilians have died since the fighting restarted.
- President Donald Trump helped negotiate a previous ceasefire in July, known as the Kuala Lumpur peace accord.
- Thailand and Cambodia have had disputes over their border since the French occupation of Cambodia.
- Tensions have been high since 2008 when Cambodia tried to register a temple as a World Heritage Site.
- Clashes have been frequent, with military forces strengthened along the border.
- Both countries have accused each other of starting the new violence this month.
- Cambodia stopped importing certain goods and services from Thailand before the July clashes.
