Escalating Tensions: Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Ceasefire Violation

Mon Dec 29 2025 16:37:10 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Recent accusations from Thailand’s army claim that Cambodia has breached a ceasefire agreement established after deadly border clashes, leading to fears of renewed conflict.

Thailand's military has raised alarm, saying Cambodia violated a ceasefire that was intended to halt weeks of violence, resulting in mass displacement. The Thai army reported detecting over 250 unmanned aerial vehicles from Cambodian territory shortly after the ceasefire went into effect. The statement highlighted frustrations over Cambodia’s actions and potential consequences, including reconsidering the fate of soldiers held in Thailand. This situation continues to evolve as diplomatic efforts seek to stabilize the region.

Thailand's army has accused Cambodia of breaching a newly-signed ceasefire deal reached after weeks of deadly clashes that forced nearly one million people from their homes.

In a statement, the Thai army reported the detection of over 250 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) flying from the Cambodian side shortly after the ceasefire took effect.

The ceasefire, which aimed to stabilize the tense border situation, became effective at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday. The agreement was a result of extensive negotiations encouraged by diplomatic figures from China and the US.

On Monday, the Royal Thai Army described Cambodia's actions as provocation and a violation of the ceasefire terms, adding they were inconsistent with easing tensions. The army indicated that it may need to reconsider the future of 18 Cambodian soldiers detained in Thailand since July if such violations persist.

Cambodia has yet to respond to these allegations. The situation escalated just hours after China's Foreign Minister praised the ceasefire as a hard-won compromise, with US President Donald Trump also commending its swift conclusion.

The dispute between the two nations has historical roots, intensifying recently due to matters concerning cultural heritage sites and military clashes resulting in casualties and displacement.