Summary
Thailand released 18 Cambodian soldiers after the countries agreed to a new ceasefire following recent border clashes. The soldiers returned to Cambodia as a sign of goodwill, after being detained for 155 days. The fighting, which earlier caused significant casualties and displacement, has paused due to the ceasefire.
Key Facts
- Thailand released 18 detained Cambodian soldiers.
- The release followed a renewed ceasefire agreement.
- The soldiers were in Thai custody for 155 days.
- Border clashes resumed after a previous ceasefire broke down.
- The recent fighting resulted in at least 101 deaths.
- Over half a million people were displaced due to the clashes.
- A ceasefire brokered by President Trump and Malaysia's Prime Minister was in place before the recent fighting restarted.
- The soldiers were delayed in returning due to alleged ceasefire breaches.
