Thailand, Cambodia to Hold ASEAN-Mediated Peace Talks in Malaysia Amid Deadly Border Clashes

Thailand and Cambodia are set to hold peace talks in Malaysia on July 28, 2025, to resolve a deadly border conflict that has resulted in at least 34 deaths and displaced more than 200,000 people. The talks are mediated by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, chair of ASEAN, with Thai Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet expected to attend. The conflict, the worst in over a decade, involves disputed border areas with historic temples and has seen renewed artillery exchanges despite previous ceasefire attempts. US President Donald Trump has intervened by urging both nations to cease hostilities and warning that Washington will suspend trade agreements with them unless peace is achieved. Both sides have accused each other of initiating recent attacks, and the situation remains tense with emergency meetings held by Thai authorities to monitor and manage the crisis. Cambodia has also appealed to the United Nations Security Council for intervention amid ongoing violence and humanitarian concerns.