Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Immediate Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire” after five days of intense fighting along their disputed border left at least 33 people dead and displaced tens of thousands, officials said.

Announcing the agreement, Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, said the ceasefire would take effect at midnight, calling it “a vital first step to de-escalation and the restoration of peace and security.” He was joined by the prime ministers of Thailand and Cambodia during the announcement.

Thailand had initially rejected Malaysia’s offer to mediate the conflict but later agreed following intervention from Donald Trump, who warned that U.S. tariff negotiations would not proceed unless the fighting stopped.

The clashes stem from a century-old border dispute, with tensions sharply escalating in May after a Cambodian soldier was killed during a confrontation. Since then, both sides have accused each other of provocations, leading to the most serious flare-up in years.

Regional observers say the ceasefire could open the door for renewed diplomatic talks, though they caution that lasting peace will depend on sustained dialogue and confidence-building measures between the two neighbors.