Cambodia's Former Leader Calls for Restraint Amid Thai Tensions

Hun Sen, Cambodia's former Prime Minister, has urged restraint among Cambodian forces in response to perceived provocations by Thailand's military. In a Facebook post, he emphasized educating military officers about maintaining composure. Hun Sen's remarks are aimed at preventing an escalation of conflict between the two countries.

Hun Sen, the former Prime Minister of Cambodia, issued a call for restraint on Monday amid rising tensions with Thailand. He accused Thailand's military of attempting to provoke a military response along their shared border.

In a message posted on Facebook, Hun Sen emphasized the importance of restraint and urged military commanders to educate their officers and troops on avoiding any aggressive responses.

Hun Sen, who is the father of current Prime Minister Hun Manet, is emphasizing the need for careful diplomacy to avoid worsening relations with Thailand.

(With inputs from agencies.)