Thailand and Cambodia agree 'immediate ceasefire' after days of deadly fighting as Trump is hailed for 'decisive mediation'
Ibrahim said following mediation in Malaysia: 'Both Cambodia and Thailand reached a common understanding as follows: One, an immediate and unconditional ceasefire with effect from 24 hours local time, midnight on 28th July 2025, tonight.'
Cambodia's prime minister Hun Manet praised US president Donald Trump for his 'decisive mediation' following the border dispute that flared up last week.
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