Thailand announced a curfew on Sunday in the southeastern province of Trat as fighting with Cambodia spread to coastal areas in a disputed border region, despite recent claims that both sides had agreed to halt hostilities.
The move comes two days after US President Donald Trump said Thailand and Cambodia had agreed to a ceasefire. However, clashes have continued, raising concerns about a further escalation of the conflict.
Speaking at a press conference in Bangkok following the curfew announcement, Thai Defense Ministry spokesperson Admiral Surasant Kongsiri said that, in general, ongoing clashes have persisted since Cambodia reiterated its openness to a ceasefire on Saturday.
He added that Thailand remains open to a diplomatic solution but stressed that Cambodia must first halt hostile actions before meaningful negotiations can begin.
The curfew in Trat reflects growing security concerns as violence extends beyond inland border areas to the coastline, increasing risks to civilians and regional stability. Authorities said the measures are aimed at maintaining public safety as the situation remains volatile.
Tensions along the Thailand–Cambodia border have flared repeatedly in recent years, with the latest outbreak of violence underscoring the fragility of ceasefire efforts and the challenges facing diplomatic mediation.
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