Overview
- The Dec. 27 truce freezes troop movements, bans attacks on civilians and infrastructure, and sets a 72-hour verification period tied to the repatriation of 18 Cambodian soldiers.
- A joint communique after meetings hosted by Foreign Minister Wang Yi says the sides will restore political ties step by step, with China offering humanitarian aid for displaced people.
- Thailand’s military alleges more than 250 Cambodian drones crossed into its territory on Sunday night and warns the alleged breach could delay Tuesday’s planned release of the prisoners.
- Cambodia’s foreign minister characterizes the drone reports as a small issue under joint review, as both governments say the ceasefire is holding and negotiations will continue.
- Weeks of clashes killed at least around 100 people and displaced more than half a million, and while the U.S. and Malaysia helped earlier mediation, reports say President Trump’s latest claim of leading this deal remains unclear.