Bangkok Rejects Trump’s Ceasefire Claim as Fighting Flares Along Cambodian Border

Thailand has denied claims by former US President Donald Trump that a ceasefire had been reached between Thai and Cambodian forces, as clashes continued along disputed sections of the two countries’ shared border.

Thai officials said there has been no formal agreement to halt hostilities and confirmed that armed confrontations persisted in several areas, following days of heightened tensions. Military sources indicated that exchanges of fire and troop movements were still being reported, prompting concerns about further escalation.

Trump had earlier suggested that his involvement helped broker a pause in fighting, a statement that was quickly dismissed by Thai authorities as inaccurate. Cambodian officials have also avoided confirming any ceasefire, instead calling for restraint while accusing Thailand of violating previous understandings on border security.

The latest violence stems from long-running territorial disputes that have periodically erupted into armed confrontations over the years. Both sides have reinforced positions near the border, while civilians in nearby villages have faced evacuations and disruptions to daily life.

Regional observers warn that continued fighting risks destabilizing a sensitive area of Southeast Asia, urging direct dialogue between Bangkok and Phnom Penh to prevent the situation from spiraling further.

Despite international calls for calm, there are no clear signs yet that the clashes will end soon, leaving the border situation tense and unpredictable.

Author: M.J