Thailand rejects third-party mediation in escalating border conflict with Cambodia, insisting on bilateral talks as hostilities claim at least 16 lives

The Cambodian government described the action as a serious violation of international law, including the United Nations Charter and the ASEAN Charter. They added that the Thai aggression "not only endangers peace and stability along our shared border but also demonstrates utter disregard for regional norms and international legal obligations."

Both nations accused each other of starting the military clashes and have downgraded their diplomatic relations since Wednesday. Thailand also sealed all land border crossings with Cambodia.