Thailand, Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia
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Cambodia could face a humanitarian crisis along its northern border due to a rise in the internally displaced population following armed confrontations with Thailand that began four days ago.
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The Observer on MSNPerspective: 30 killed in Thai border clashes
Fighting has erupted along a disputed border area between Thailand and Cambodia, resulting in at least 30 deaths and the displacement of more than 130,000 civilians. Thailand conducted airstrikes on Cambodian positions, while Cambodia launched rockets and artillery at Thai targets.
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Malay Mail on MSNBacking Malaysian mediation, Asean urges ‘maximum restraint’ in Thai-Cambodia clashes
The ministers expressed full support for efforts by Malaysia, the Asean Chair, to mediate the dispute and bring both sides to the negotiating table. Peace talks between Cambodia and Thailand were scheduled to begin in Kuala Lumpur on Monday, with US officials also present to assist in mediation efforts.
A deadly clash between Thai and Cambodian forces has erupted over a disputed Hindu temple, leaving 14 dead and over 1 lakh civilians displaced. At the heart of the conflict: the ancient Ta Muen Thom and Preah Vihear temples,
People on both sides of the border share a cultural heritage much older than modern nation-states, dating back to the ancient Khmer civilization.
The Indian Embassies in Cambodia and Thailand have issued advisories urging Indian nationals to avoid border areas due to ongoing armed clashes. Tensions have escalated, leading to a humanitarian crisis with mass displacement.
Intensifying clashes along the Thailand-Cambodia border have sparked deadly violence and a major humanitarian crisis, prompting India's travel advisory.