Former US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social on 26/7 that he had "just spoke to relatives of the Prime Minister of Cambodia about ending the fighting with Thailand," seemingly referring to Hun Sen, father of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet.

"I also just spoke to the acting Prime Minister of Thailand. It was a very good conversation," he continued in a subsequent post. "Thailand, as well as Cambodia, wants an immediate cease-fire and peace.".

The former US president waves to reporters while golfing at Trump Turnberry in Scotland on 26/7. Photo: AFP

The former US president waves to reporters while golfing at Trump Turnberry in Scotland on 26/7. Photo: AFP

"I will now relay that message to the Prime Minister of Cambodia. After speaking with both sides, it is apparent that a cease-fire, peace, and a move toward prosperity is a necessity. We will see that happen soon!", he added.

Trump said the fighting between Cambodia and Thailand reminded him of the conflict between Pakistan and India, and that he was "trying to simplify a complex problem".

About 30 minutes later, Trump posted another update on Truth Social about speaking with the Cambodian prime minister regarding his discussion with the acting prime minister of Thailand.

"Both sides want an immediate cease-fire agreement and peace. They also want to get back to trade talks with the US, which we feel is inappropriate at this time until the fighting ends. They have agreed that they will be meeting immediately to quickly work out a cease-fire and ultimately, peace," he wrote.

The former US president expressed his "honor to be working with both of these nations steeped in cultural history. Hopefully, they will be together for many years to come. When that is completed, and peace is at hand, I look forward to completing trade negotiations with both countries".

The governments of Thailand and Cambodia have not commented on Trump's statements.

Tensions over a territorial dispute between Cambodia and Thailand erupted into conflict on 24/7 and escalated with shelling and raids, killing at least 33 people on both sides.

Cambodia's ambassador to the United Nations, Chhea Keo, on 25/7 called for an immediate and unconditional cease-fire and peaceful discussions to resolve the disagreements. However, forces from both sides continued to clash at new locations on 26/7.

Hong Hanh (AFP)