Thailand and Cambodia agree to immediate ceasefire after 20 days of fighting

The Hindu
The Hindu
27m ago
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The ceasefire ends 20 days of fighting that killed over 100 people and displaced more than half a million on both sides.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to immediate ceasefire after 20 days of fighting
A What happened
Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an immediate ceasefire to halt weeks of border clashes. The conflict lasted 20 days, resulting in at least 101 deaths and over 500,000 displaced people. This ceasefire aims to prevent further escalations and promote long-term resolution of their border dispute.

Key insights

  • 1

    Significant displacement: More than half a million people were displaced due to the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia.

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    High casualty count: At least 101 people were killed during the 20 days of fighting.

Takeaways

The ceasefire agreement is a crucial step towards ending violence and seeking a peaceful resolution between Thailand and Cambodia.

Topics

World & Politics International Affairs Conflicts Security & Defense

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