Thai-Cambodia truce holds but prisoner release delayed
- Thailand is considering the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers detained since July, despite a ceasefire that began Saturday.
- Foreign Ministry spokesman Nikorndej Balankura stated that alleged violations of the agreement occurred due to detected Cambodian drones in Thai airspace.
- Cambodian government spokesman Pen Bona noted that there had been 'no reaction yet' from Phnom Penh regarding the delay.
- Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow mentioned the ceasefire's fragility, stating, 'We should avoid instigation or things that could diminish the ceasefire.
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The repatriation was delayed; ultimately, the Cambodian prisoners were held for almost 24 hours longer than agreed.
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