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What is happening between Thailand and Cambodia?

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Thailand and Cambodia are engaged in intense border clashes, resulting in heavy casualties, mass displacement, and escalating humanitarian concerns. Both sides blame each other for the violence, which is fueled by territorial disputes and domestic political agendas. Ceasefire efforts have repeatedly failed, and international involvement is growing as the crisis deepens. Civilians, including children, are severely affected, and protests for peace are occurring both locally and abroad.

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Demonstrators call for peace as Thailand-Cambodia violence escalates

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  • Protesters in Vancouver demand peace amid Thailand-Cambodia border clashes 2s
  • Nearly a million people have been displaced by the conflict 22s
  • Over two dozen people killed in recent fighting 55s
  • U.S. announced a ceasefire, but Thailand disputes the claim 1m 10s
  • Canadian government urged to help mediate and support peace efforts 1m 39s

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Demonstrators call for peace as Thailand-Cambodia violence escalates
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CBC News
7 hours ago
Demonstrators call for peace as Thailand-Cambodia violence escalates

The conflict has escalated into a humanitarian crisis, with nearly a million people displaced and more than two dozen deaths reported.

Demonstrators call for peace as Thailand-Cambodia violence escalates
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CBC News
7 hours ago
Demonstrators call for peace as Thailand-Cambodia violence escalates

Thailand disputes the U.S. President's claim that a ceasefire had been reached, as violence continues.

Thailand-Cambodia fighting continues despite diplomatic efforts
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Al Jazeera
3 days ago
Thailand-Cambodia fighting continues despite diplomatic efforts

Civilians, including Cambodian school children, are caught in the crossfire as military clashes continue near the border town of Poipet, with neither government ready to de-escalate.

Thailand-Cambodia fighting continues despite diplomatic efforts
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Al Jazeera
3 days ago
Thailand-Cambodia fighting continues despite diplomatic efforts

Neither Thailand nor Cambodia shows signs of de-escalating the conflict, and political leaders are leveraging the situation for domestic support.

Cambodia alleges chemical injuries as Thailand steps up strikes
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Al Jazeera
6 days ago
Cambodia alleges chemical injuries as Thailand steps up strikes

The number of Thai fighter jets and cluster bombs has increased, with attacks expanding deeper into Cambodian territory.

Cambodia alleges chemical injuries as Thailand steps up strikes
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Al Jazeera
6 days ago
Cambodia alleges chemical injuries as Thailand steps up strikes

At least 800,000 people have been displaced on both sides of the border since fighting began just over a week ago.

Thailand cuts Laos fuel route as Cambodia border conflict deepens
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Reuters
7 days ago
Thailand cuts Laos fuel route as Cambodia border conflict deepens

Over half a million people have been displaced and at least 38 killed on both sides in the past eight days of fighting.

Thailand–Cambodia border war leaves hundreds of thousands displaced
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Al Jazeera
7 days ago
Thailand–Cambodia border war leaves hundreds of thousands displaced

Hundreds of thousands have fled their homes in Thailand and Cambodia due to border fighting, with families struggling for shelter and basic necessities.

Thailand–Cambodia border war leaves hundreds of thousands displaced
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Al Jazeera
7 days ago
Thailand–Cambodia border war leaves hundreds of thousands displaced

Human Rights Watch says leaders of both countries are using rising nationalism from cross-border fighting to boost popularity and distract populations.

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