Cambodia and Thailand agree to immediate ceasefire after Trump's phone talks
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Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to quickly reach a full ceasefire agreement. US President Donald Trump hinted that his phone diplomacy was effective.
Trump said he called Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and informed him about the results of talks with the Acting Prime Minister of Thailand, Phumtham Wechayachai.
"Both parties are looking for an immediate ceasefire and peace. They are also looking to get back to the 'trading table' with the United States, which we think is inappropriate to do until such time as the fighting STOPS," Trump wrote.
The US President assured that Phnom Penh and Bangkok agreed to meet immediately and "quickly develop a ceasefire." This would serve as a prelude to establishing peace.
"It was an honor to deal with both countries. They have a long and storied history and culture. They will hopefully get along for many years to come. When all is done, and peace is at hand, I look forward to concluding our trading agreements with both!" Trump concluded.
Earlier, on July 26, Trump held phone calls with leaders of Cambodia and Thailand, between whom an armed conflict began. He then first stated that both countries were ready for a ceasefire.
Cambodia-Thailand conflict: What is known
The conflict between Thailand and Cambodia sharply escalated after a shooting on the border, where military forces from both countries accused each other of provocation. According to Bangkok, the Cambodians opened fire first, but Phnom Penh denies this.
In response to attacks from Cambodia, Thailand deployed units armed with Ukrainian BM Oplot tanks and BTR-3E armored personnel carriers on the border. Thailand also launched airstrikes on Phnom Penh's military forces. Cambodia attempted to attack Trat Province, but the Thai army easily repelled the invasion.
