Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire following several days of intense border fighting. The deal was announced by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and will take effect at midnight local time.
The ceasefire was reached during emergency talks in Malaysia’s administrative capital, Putrajaya. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai attended the talks, which were mediated by Malaysia and supported by the United States and China.
The conflict began on July 24 and led to the deaths of at least 35 people. More than 270,000 residents were forced to flee their homes in the disputed border region. Heavy weapons, including artillery, airstrikes, and rocket launchers, were used near areas such as the Preah Vihear temple.
U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly urged both countries to end the fighting, linking future trade cooperation to peace efforts. ASEAN chair Anwar Ibrahim led the negotiations and will oversee a regional observer team to monitor the ceasefire.
A meeting of military commanders from both sides is scheduled for July 29 to ensure the agreement holds. Both leaders voiced support for the ceasefire. Hun Manet called it a step toward rebuilding trust, while Phumtham said Thailand remained committed to peace and national sovereignty.
A joint committee will meet on August 4 to discuss long-term solutions to the border dispute.
