Thailand and Cambodia Ceasefire Begins After Intense Fighting
A ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia came into force on Monday evening Swedish time after five days of intense fighting that has claimed at least 35 people's lives.
ConflictsA ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia came into force on Monday evening Swedish time after five days of intense fighting that has claimed at least 35 people's lives.
ConflictsAfter four days of border clashes, Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to meet in Malaysia on Monday to discuss an end to the conflict.
WorldIn total, over 30 people have been killed in the escalated conflict between Thailand and Cambodia – and tens of thousands have fled their homes. Now Thailand says they are open to dialogue with Cambodia to end the conflict.
WorldAfter several days of fighting, Cambodia wants "an immediate ceasefire" with Thailand, says Cambodia's UN ambassador. Thailand has previously stated that it is ready for talks. On Friday, the UN Security Council held a crisis meeting on the border conflict.
ConflictsThe Thai air force has attacked military targets in Cambodia in connection with the clashes in a disputed border area between the countries. At least eleven Thai civilians have been killed, including children, according to Thai authorities. A hundred Swedes may be in the border areas to Cambodia, but no one has sought consular support according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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