The call for ceasefire comes as Cambodia and Thailand entered a third day of fighting, sparked by an ongoing border dispute. The conflict has left at least 33 dead and prompted the evacuation of tens of thousands. Trump's comments on the escalating border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia highlights the humanitarian cost of the violence and the geopolitical stakes in Southeast Asia.
The border fighting that erupted has drawn an urgent international call for a ceasefire. The situation also has impacts on ongoing U.S. trade negotiations with both countries, reflecting the broader implications for American policy in the region.