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🇹🇭🇰🇭 Thailand–Cambodia Latest News: Ceasefire Effective Midnight, July 28, 2025
As of midnight on July 28, 2025 (24:00 hrs), a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia took effect. Both countries agreed to an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire" mediated by ASEAN, with Malaysia hosting the peace talks as the bloc’s chair ([Matichon][1], [Matichon][2], [Reuters][3], [The Guardian][4], [Financial Times][5], [The Washington Post][6]).
The Royal Thai Armed Forces confirmed that the agreement became effective immediately and warned that any violation would be met with a legitimate military response under the right to self-defense ([Nation Thailand][7], [Matichon][2]).
🔍 Key Details of the Ceasefire Agreement
🔍 Key Details of the Ceasefire Agreement
The "unconditional ceasefire" officially took effect at 00:00 on July 29, 2025 ([Facebook][8]).
Negotiations took place in Malaysia, led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, with observers from China and the U.S. participating ([The Washington Post][6]).
Both Acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manetjointly issued statements confirming the agreement ([Matichon][1]).
A high-level military meeting between the two countries is scheduled for Tuesday morning, July 29, at 07:00 to monitor border conditions and assess whether ceasefire conditions are being upheld ([Matichon][2], [Nation Thailand][9]).
⚠️ Initial Situation: Awaiting Confirmation Tuesday Morning
⚠️ Initial Situation: Awaiting Confirmation Tuesday Morning
On Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025, Thai authorities will verify if Cambodian troops are still active in Thai territory, particularly in contested zones. This will confirm whether the ceasefire has been truly honored on the ground ([Matichon][2], [Matichon][1], [Nation Thailand][9]).
Should any violations be identified, the Thai military retains the right to respond accordingly, based on security and sovereignty principles.
🛡️ Advice for Foreign Nationals Residing in Thailand
🛡️ Advice for Foreign Nationals Residing in Thailand
Avoid border areas, especially in the Northeastern provinces bordering Cambodia (e.g., Sa Kaeo, Sisaket, Ubon Ratchathani), until stability is confirmed.
Monitor announcements from your embassy or consulate in Thailand for travel advisories and security updates.
Keep essential documents close at hand, including passports, visas, and emergency contact information for your embassy.
Register with your embassy, providing your current address in Thailand to receive real-time alerts.
In the event of an evacuation order or official warning from Thai authorities, comply strictly and avoid spreading unverified or confusing information.
Summary
Summary
The ceasefire agreement—immediate and unconditional—took effect midnight July 28, 2025, following ASEAN-led negotiations ([Facebook][10], [Financial Times][5], [Matichon][2], [YouTube][11]).
A military verification session is scheduled for Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025, to assess compliance.
Foreign residents in Thailand are advised to remain vigilant, follow embassy alerts, and prepare for any contingency.
References
References
Reuters. (July 28, 2025). Cambodia and Thailand agree ceasefire to end border fighting ([Wikipedia][12], [Reuters][3])
The Guardian. (July 28, 2025). Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate and unconditional' ceasefire ([The Guardian][4])
Financial Times. (July 28, 2025). Cambodia and Thailand agree ceasefire to end border fighting ([Financial Times][5])
The Nation Thailand. (July 28, 2025). Ceasefire fair to Thailand, breach allows swift response: Thai officer([Nation Thailand][7])
Matichon. (July 28, 2025). Thai–Cambodian leaders announce ceasefire, military talks planned ([Matichon][1])
Thai PBS / Thai PBS Video. (July 28, 2025). Details of the Thai–Cambodian unconditional ceasefire ([Facebook][10])
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