UN chief voices concern over Thai–Cambodian border clashes, urges immediate ceasefire
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep concern over the ongoing clashes along the Thai–Cambodian border and called on both sides to immediately cease hostilities.
Details of the statement issued by Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, are as follows:
The Secretary-General is deeply concerned about the continuation of armed clashes at the border between Cambodia and Thailand since 24 July.
The Secretary-General condemns the tragic and unnecessary loss of lives, injuries to civilians and the damage to homes and infrastructure on both sides.
The Secretary-General urges both sides to immediately agree to a ceasefire and to address any issues through dialogue, with a view to finding a lasting solution to the dispute.
The Secretary-General remains available to assist in any efforts towards a peaceful resolution of the dispute.
