Thai-Cambodia clash continues amid calls for ceasefire

Clashes between Thailand and Cambodia over their disputed border region continued for the fourth day, with 33 people confirmed dead and more than 200,000 displaced. New clashes erupted near two ancient temples claimed by both nations. Cambodian Defense Ministry spokeswoman Maly Socheata alleged that Thai forces opened fire first, prompting a military response. Meanwhile, the Thai Army Deputy spokesman, Ritcha Suksuwanon, claimed that Cambodian troops had initiated the fighting with artillery strikes. Earlier, United States President Donald Trump stated that both countries agreed to meet and “quickly” work out a ceasefire after he urged an immediate end to the conflict, warning to cease trade negotiations if violence continued.

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