Thai and Cambodian officials will hold discussions in Malaysia on Monday to address ongoing tensions, according to a representative from the Thai prime minister’s office. The talks follow urging from U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the border conflict, which has resulted in violence over the past four days.
Jirayu Huangsap stated that acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai would participate in the meeting at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to "explore peaceful solutions for the region."
The spokesperson also mentioned that Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet was expected to attend, though Cambodian authorities had not yet confirmed this.
The fighting, the deadliest between the two neighbors in over a decade, has displaced more than 150,000 people and led to at least 10 fatalities in Thailand and 13 in Cambodia.
On social media, Trump indicated that both nations were seeking an immediate halt to hostilities and peace, stating he would not negotiate trade agreements with either side until the clashes ended.
However, Sunday’s events cast doubt on Trump’s assertion of an impending ceasefire. Thai military officials reported that Cambodian forces began firing early in the morning toward a temple, a border checkpoint, and civilian areas. The Thai army stated it had retaliated with long-range artillery to "defend its citizens and territory by targeting Cambodian artillery and rocket positions."
Cambodia disputed this claim, stating that Thai forces initiated the attacks early Sunday. The Cambodian defense ministry noted that these "deliberate and coordinated acts of aggression" occurred despite U.S.-led efforts to negotiate a truce, adding that Cambodia’s leader had fully supported Trump's peace initiative.
Clashes extended along the border on Saturday, reaching new areas, including Thailand’s Trat province and Cambodia’s Pursat, over 60 miles from previous conflict zones.
International appeals for a ceasefire have intensified since heavy fighting erupted Thursday, involving artillery and airstrikes. The UN Secretary-General urged restraint, while Malaysia, which chairs a regional organization involving both nations, encouraged de-escalation and offered mediation. China also voiced concern over the situation.
Cambodia’s UN envoy, Chhea Keo, stated Friday that Cambodia demanded an immediate and unconditional ceasefire following closed-door emergency talks in New York. Thailand’s UN representative, Cherdchai Chaivaivid, called on Cambodia to halt all hostilities and resume sincere negotiations.
On Saturday, Cambodia’s defense ministry accused Thailand of firing artillery shells into multiple locations in Pursat province.
Read next
Digital Breach Causes Freezing Failure in Two French Supermarket Chains
French supermarket chains Intermarché and Cooperative U have experienced a significant cyber-attack that led to the defrosting of their refrigerators, according to statements from the retailers.
Approximately 150-200 Intermarché locations and nearly 100 Cooperative U stores were targeted in the attack, as reported on Monday. Paris prosecutors confirmed
Man Freed from Sardinian Cave After 26-Hour Rockslide Ordeal
A 31-year-old man was rescued alive from a cave on the Italian island of Sardinia after being trapped about 10 meters underground for 26 hours due to a rockslide.
In an extensive and intricate rescue operation, emergency teams worked continuously after Luca Olmetto became trapped in the Gorroppeddu
Marché des Enfants Rouges, Known as Paris' 'Coolest Market,' Ravaged by Fire
A devastating fire has swept through Paris's oldest surviving covered food market, a beloved street food destination in the Marais district. This historical venue, which attracted both locals and tourists daily, dates back to the 17th century.
Ariel Weil, the mayor of central Paris, described the Marché des