President Trump announced a renewed ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, claiming leaders agreed to stop fighting. However, Thai and Cambodian officials quickly disputed his assertion, stating clashes were ongoing and no agreement had been reached, undermining Trump's diplomatic claims.
President Donald Trump declared a renewed ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, stating both Prime Ministers Anutin Charnvirakul and Hun Manet had agreed to cease all shooting and revert to an earlier peace accord. Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, crediting Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for assistance. However, Thai officials, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Prime Minister Anutin, swiftly denied any such agreement, with Anutin stating Thailand would continue fighting until Cambodia no longer posed a threat and demanding Cambodia withdraw forces and clear landmines. Trump also mischaracterized a landmine incident as a 'roadside bomb' that killed Thai soldiers, which Anutin refuted, clarifying it was not an accident and only caused injuries. The conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has deep historical roots, stemming from disputed territorial claims and a 1962 International Court of Justice ruling. Recent escalations involved Thai airstrikes and Cambodian rocket fire, damaging residential areas and military targets. Trump often touts his role in resolving conflicts, including this one, and has expressed a desire for a Nobel Peace Prize. He previously brokered an initial ceasefire in July by threatening trade privileges. The article also highlights that other ceasefires Trump takes credit for, such as those between DR Congo and Rwanda, and the Israel-Hamas war, are also under strain or incomplete, casting doubt on his broader claims of diplomatic success.
