Cambodia and Thailand Ceasefire: A Step Towards Peace

Cambodia and Thailand reached an agreement for an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire" starting at midnight, after five days of intense fighting displaced over 300,000 people. The truce, mediated by international efforts from Malaysia, the United States, and China, aims to halt the region's deadliest conflict in over a decade.

The ceasefire was declared after over two hours of discussions hosted by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at his official residence. The talks included Thai and Cambodian leaders, who agreed not only on resuming direct communications but also on establishing a mechanism to implement the truce effectively.

This conflict stems from a long-standing border dispute that had recently escalated, bringing Thailand's government to a potential collapse. International pressure, including from U.S. President Donald Trump, played a crucial role in compelling both sides to agree to peace negotiations.

(With inputs from agencies.)