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Donald Trump says Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to “cease all shooting” after his calls with both leaders, but Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stresses Bangkok is retaliating against Cambodian aggression and newly laid landmines, as heavy fighting and mass displacement continue along the disputed border.

US President Donald Trump posted that a landmine blast which killed and injured Thai soldiers was an “accident” and claimed Thailand retaliated “very strongly” after he brokered a ceasefire with Thai and Cambodian leaders. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul later defended Thailand’s actions, saying they were necessary to protect the country’s sovereignty.

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