BANGKOK — Thailand will escort foreign military attachés to conflict zones along the Cambodian border on Friday, offering firsthand evidence of what it calls Phnom Penh’s repeated violations of a ceasefire agreement, Foreign Ministry spokesman Nikorndej Balankura announced Thursday.

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Safety Concerns Delayed Visit

The inspection, initially postponed due to security risks, comes after Cambodia already took diplomats and journalists to its side of the border. Attachés from ASEAN nations, the U.S., and China will tour Thai-held areas, including sites where civilians were allegedly harmed. “We prioritized their safety amid Cambodia’s unpredictable breaches,” Nikorndej said, accusing Phnom Penh of “systematically distorting facts” to discredit Thailand internationally.

Diplomatic Efforts Intensify

The move follows talks with a Malaysian military delegation, led by Gen. Mohd Nizam Jaffar, which visited Thailand this week under the ceasefire brokered by Kuala Lumpur. Thai officials confirmed 18 detained Cambodian soldiers—captured post-clash in Si Sa Ket—were treated humanely and would be repatriated. Cambodia, however, claims its troops were “taken hostage” during a goodwill gesture.

ASEAN Monitoring Proposed

Malaysia, mediating the conflict, proposed forming an ASEAN monitoring team to oversee the truce. Gen. Nizam stressed success hinges on bilateral cooperation, as Thailand reiterated its commitment to resolving disputes through existing border MoUs, while accusing Cambodia of deploying troops and landmines illegally.

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With tensions lingering, the envoy visit aims to solidify accountability as both nations prepare for August 4 border talks in Phnom Penh.

-Thailand News (TN)