• Trump congratulates Thailand and Cambodia on a new ceasefire.
• The ceasefire follows weeks of border clashes resulting in casualties and displacement.
• Trump criticizes the United Nations, calling for more active involvement in global peace efforts.
• The ceasefire includes a three-day observation period and provisions for troop withdrawals.
• Chinese officials are mediating ongoing talks to ensure lasting peace.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday lauded the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia for their recent agreement on a ceasefire, concluding weeks of violent border clashes that resulted in at least 47 fatalities and displaced over one million people. Trump described the agreement as a "rapid and very fair conclusion," emphasizing the need for peace while noting that the United States took a significant role in facilitating the negotiations, positioning itself as the "REAL United Nations" in conflict resolution, according to Channel News Asia and The Hill.

During his remarks on his Truth Social platform, Trump claimed, "The United Nations must start getting active and involved in WORLD PEACE!" He implied that the UN has been ineffective in addressing ongoing international conflicts, including the Russia-Ukraine war, which he characterized as a "disaster." Trump’s statements reflect a broader critique of multilateral institutions and a push for the US to take a more direct leadership role in global diplomacy, as discussed by India Times and The Hill.

The ceasefire, which took effect on Saturday, includes provisions for a 72-hour monitoring period to ensure compliance, during which Thailand will also return 18 Cambodian soldiers and take steps to clear landmines in the area. Following this period, civilians are expected to safely return to their homes. These developments suggest a concerted effort by both nations, with mediation from Chinese officials, to build a foundation for long-term peace in the region as noted by Channel News Asia, India Times, and The Hill.