Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate ceasefire ending weeks of deadly clashes along their disputed border. The joint statement says all hostilities will stop with the truce taking effect today.
Both countries have agreed to freeze troop movements and halt attacks on civilian and military targets providing a measure of relief to residents who were forced to flee the fighting. Displaced communities can now begin returning home and authorities have pledged to work together on demining and other confidence‑building measures to prevent further escalation.
The fighting this month had displaced hundreds of thousands and caused significant casualties raising international concern about regional stability. The ceasefire follows intensive negotiations showing that diplomacy can still play a key role in resolving long standing border disputes.
Officials from both sides have stressed that maintaining peace and avoiding further bloodshed are top priorities. While the truce does not resolve all underlying tensions it offers a crucial pause and a chance for dialogue to continue.
For families along the border today brings cautious hope as life slowly begins to return to normal. Observers say the coming weeks will test whether both sides can fully honor the agreement and work toward lasting peace in the region.
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