Cambodia accuses Thailand of continued attacks despite Trump-brokered truce

Cambodia has accused Thai forces of continuing military attacks just hours after a ceasefire was announced by former US President Donald Trump. The renewed violence has raised serious concerns about the stability of the long-disputed border between the two countries.

According to Cambodia’s defence ministry, Thai F-16 fighter jets dropped seven bombs inside Cambodian territory on Saturday. Officials said the strikes took place despite a public truce announcement made the previous day.

Cambodia says bombing did not stop

Cambodian authorities claimed the air attacks continued even after Trump said both sides had agreed to halt hostilities. The defence ministry said the situation on the ground remained tense, with no clear sign of de-escalation.

The clashes are part of a long-running dispute along the 800-kilometre border shared by Cambodia and Thailand. Recent fighting has forced nearly half a million people on both sides to flee their homes.

Thailand defends military operations

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul defended the continued military action. He said operations would go on until Thailand felt there was no longer any threat to its land or citizens.

He added that Thai forces were acting in response to security risks, including earlier incidents in which soldiers were injured by landmines near the border.

Trump’s role in ceasefire talks

On Friday, Donald Trump said he had spoken directly with Prime Minister Anutin and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet. He announced that both countries had agreed to “cease all shooting” and return to a peace framework supported by regional partners.

The truce followed earlier mediation efforts involving the United States, China, and Malaysia under the ASEAN platform. A previous ceasefire in July ended five days of fighting, while an October declaration aimed to extend calm and support future trade cooperation.

Humanitarian situation worsens

Prime Minister Hun Manet said Cambodia remained committed to peaceful dialogue. He suggested that neutral parties, including the US and Malaysia, could help determine responsibility for the latest clashes that began on December 7.

At least 20 people have been reported killed this week alone. The continued fighting has deepened the humanitarian crisis and raised doubts about the effectiveness of international mediation in the region.