Thailand and Cambodia to Engage in Peace Talks After Four-Day Border Conflict

Amid ongoing clashes near their border, Thailand and Cambodia have set a date for talks in Malaysia on Monday, following four days of intense violence.

After four days of fighting, Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to hold peace talks in Malaysia on Monday, aiming to resolve the deadly conflict that has claimed at least 33 lives and displaced thousands. Acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai announced the delegation's participation, following a call from U.S. President Donald Trump, who urged a ceasefire and emphasized the need for dialogue over trade. With U.S. tariffs on both nations set to rise unless the fighting ceases, tensions have drawn international attention. While Cambodia has accepted Trumps mediation for an unconditional ceasefire, Thailand's stance includes a demand for dialogue first. As both nations trade blame over escalating violence, the historical context of their border disputes remains critical to understanding the deep-rooted tensions at play in Southeast Asia.