Cambodia urges Thailand to immediately cease fire: Information Minister

Summary

Cambodia has urged Thailand to immediately stop military actions targeting its civilians and infrastructure amid ongoing border clashes. Recent airstrikes have resulted in civilian casualties and mass displacement. Despite claims of a ceasefire, tensions continue along the border.

Key Points
  • Cambodia called on Thailand to immediately cease military actions against Cambodian territory and civilians.
  • Thai forces used F-16 jets to strike a hotel and two bridges in Veal Veng District, Pursat Province.
  • Military actions have caused 11 civilian deaths, 59 injuries, and displaced over 300,000 people.
  • Leaders of Cambodia and Thailand spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about the conflict; Trump claimed a ceasefire agreement which Thailand denied.
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