Cambodia and Thailand: Soldiers Repatriated Amid Border Tensions

Two Cambodian soldiers returned home after detainment by Thailand despite a ceasefire following territorial disputes. Accusations of civilian targeting and online nationalism are rife. Cambodia demands the release of 18 remaining soldiers. Both nations' narratives on the capture differ amid tensions and social media feuds.

On Friday, Cambodia celebrated the return of two captured soldiers from Thailand amid ongoing border tensions. The soldiers were detained after both nations agreed to a ceasefire over territorial disputes.

There are ongoing accusations from both sides regarding potential violations of international law, with both nations reporting different accounts of the confrontation. Cambodia asserts that their soldiers approached Thai positions with peaceful intent, whereas Thailand accuses them of hostile actions.

Despite the release, 18 Cambodian soldiers remain detained, with Cambodia urging their release following international humanitarian law. Meanwhile, nationalist fervor continues online, with mutual allegations of propaganda and hacking.

(With inputs from agencies.)