Thailand, Cambodia Agree to Immediate Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes

Thailand and Cambodia announced an “immediate” ceasefire on Saturday, ending weeks of deadly fighting along their shared border, according to a joint statement issued by the two countries. The clashes, involving artillery, tanks, drones, and jets, have killed at least 47 people and displaced over one million, officials said.

The ceasefire, effective from 12:00 noon local time on December 27, 2025, covers all types of weapons and applies to civilian areas, infrastructure, and military targets. Both nations have agreed to freeze troop movements, allow civilians to return home, and cooperate on demining and cybercrime prevention.

The truce follows three days of border talks triggered by a crisis meeting of ASEAN foreign ministers, with additional pressure from the United States, China, and Malaysia.

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The conflict stems from a long-standing territorial dispute over the 800-kilometre (500-mile) border, where ancient temples claimed by both nations are located. Previous clashes in July also resulted in dozens of deaths, despite a truce brokered by international mediators, which later collapsed.

In the latest round, at least 25 Thai soldiers and one civilian were killed, while Cambodia reported 21 civilian deaths. Fighting continued until Friday, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilians.

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul expressed optimism over the ceasefire, calling for the “final signing” to restore peace and allow displaced residents to return home. Thailand is set to hold general elections on February 8, 2026.

The ceasefire marks a significant step toward halting one of Southeast Asia’s deadliest recent border conflicts, though unresolved territorial issues will require further negotiations.