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Thailand, Cambodia Commanders Reach Agreement as Ceasefire Holds

JUL 29 2025·Updated JUL 31 2025

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Above: A Thai military convoy on July 25, 2025. Image credit: Valeria Mongelli/Anadolu/Getty Images

The Facts

Military commanders from Cambodia and Thailand agreed on a seven-point plan to de-escalate tensions along their shared border as they held several regional meetings on Tuesday.
Khmer Times
The Nation Thailand
Discussions were brief, leading to an understanding on key measures such as the immediate cessation of hostilities in accordance with the established ceasefire and the establishment of a resolution mechanism involving four representatives from each side.
Khmer Times
The Nation Thailand
Other points agreed on include the prohibition of troop movement, redeployment or reinforcement, the prohibition of firing at civilians and the facilitation of repatriation of injured and deceased personnel. Another meeting is scheduled for next Monday.
Khmer Times
The Nation Thailand
This comes as border areas remained calm despite reports of skirmishes and gunfire exchange, as the ceasefire took effect at midnight on Monday to halt the conflict that left more than 40 people dead in five days of fighting.
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Reuters
While Thai authorities have accused Cambodia of launching attacks in multiple areas within Thailand, Cambodia's Defense Minister Tea Seiha said that his country abides by the truce, adding that incidents took place during the implementation of the ceasefire.
Al Jazeera
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The latest conflict between the two countries — which have a record of clashes along their shared border — broke out after a land mine explosion wounded five Thai soldiers. Tensions had been growing since the killing of a Cambodian soldier late in May.
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Reuters

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The Spin

Narrative A

Thailand wants peace and is ready to strictly comply with the ceasefire as long as Cambodia does the same. Given that deliberate violations of the terms of the truce are unacceptable and will result in retaliatory measures under the country's legitimate right to self-defense, it's up to Cambodia to no longer breach its agreements and protect peace.

Royal Thai Army

Narrative B

Thailand has levied baseless and malicious accusations against Cambodia at a moment when the country should act with sincerity. Contrary to Thai fictitious claims, Cambodia has strictly abided by the terms of the ceasefire and remains committed to finding a peaceful solution.

Phnom Penh Post