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After days of relentless border fighting, Thailand and Cambodia have finally embraced a ceasefire. The agreement comes as the region reels from civilian casualties, mass displacements, and ruined livelihoods.
Jungle borderlands long disputed by both nations became flashpoints for violence, with shelling destroying villages and international tensions rising. Malaysia, acting as ASEAN chair, led high-stakes talks to break the impasse.
Both governments pledged to act in “good faith” under the terms of the new truce and to keep diplomatic channels open. Military chiefs from Thailand and Cambodia will convene to review compliance.
As the world breathes a sigh of relief, affected communities hope for sustained peace and gradual resettlement.