Thai prime minister Anutin expressed hope for a ceasefire agreement with Cambodia after the upcoming meeting between the two countries' defense ministers on 27/12.
The Thai army commander stated that Bangkok's military strategy in the border conflict with Cambodia is to "neutralize threats", not to seize territory.
Thailand stated its forces had to withdraw from the Ban Khlong Phaeng post after Cambodia counterattacked with heavy firepower, including BM-21 rocket launchers.
Hun Sen has canceled all work schedules to join Prime Minister Hun Manet in responding to escalating tensions with Thailand, as border clashes re-erupt.
