A fragile ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia has collapsed, with renewed border clashes resulting in multiple casualties on both sides. The fighting, which erupted on Sunday night, marks the second major outbreak of violence this year along the disputed frontier.
Cambodian officials report seven civilian deaths and 20 wounded, while Thailand has confirmed the deaths of three soldiers in the latest skirmishes. Each side accuses the other of violating the terms of a peace deal mediated by former US President Donald Trump.
Both nations have vowed to continue defending their territorial claims, raising concerns about further escalation. The long-running dispute centres on a stretch of land near the Preah Vihear temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site that has been a flashpoint for decades.
International observers have called for restraint and renewed dialogue to prevent the conflict from destabilising the wider region. The breakdown of the ceasefire underscores the fragility of peace efforts in the area.
