Thailand, Cambodia Ceasefire Ends Deadly Fighting

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate ceasefire. The agreement halts weeks of intense clashes along their border.

Dozens have been killed and nearly one million displaced in the fighting. The ceasefire took effect at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday.

The agreement prioritizes the return of displaced civilians to their homes. It also includes the removal of landmines.

Thailand will release 18 Cambodian soldiers after the ceasefire holds for 72 hours. The breakthrough follows days of talks between the two countries.

This is a developing story.