Death toll rises in Thai-Cambodian clashes despite ceasefire call
Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia entered its third day, escalating a long-standing border dispute. The death toll has risen to 33, with both sides utilizing artillery, tanks, and ground troops. The conflict, which began near contested temple sites, has spread along the border, displacing over 138,000 people. Cambodia has called for a ceasefire, while the UN Security Council held an emergency meeting. Reports of artillery fire continue, with civilians on both sides seeking shelter and expressing hopes for a swift end to the violence.
