China Daily reported today: "Thai Prime Minister Anutin said that, in terms of military operations, the Thai military has controlled almost all target areas and forced the Cambodian army to withdraw from the relevant regions."
The Thai-Cambodian border has seen multiple conflicts this year.
Commentary: The Thai side's statement of "controlling areas and forcing a withdrawal" is a key voice following the escalation of this round of border conflict. It not only demonstrates its military action demands but also implies an intention to grasp the initiative in negotiations through a tough posture.
The repeated conflicts this year have their roots in historical territorial disputes. Now, they are further complicated by new factors such as the crackdown on telecom fraud and geopolitical games, making the situation more complex.单纯的 military advancement is unlikely to break the fundamental deadlock.
Both sides still hold different views and accuse each other, while the humanitarian and livelihood costs of civilian evacuations and economic losses continue to rise. The effectiveness of ASEAN mediation and the efforts of China and Western countries will be key to whether the situation can ease.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1852126541223108/
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