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PM Hun Manet Demands Return of 20 Captured Soldiers

8/1/2025

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Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet is calling on Thailand to return 20 Cambodian soldiers captured during a ceasefire incident in Preah Vihear province on July 29. With the soldiers' safety at the forefront, the Cambodian government is keeping details under wraps while its military negotiates their release, firmly denying Thai allegations of ceasefire violations.

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Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet is calling on Thailand to return 20 Cambodian soldiers captured during a ceasefire incident in Preah Vihear province on July 29. With the soldiers' safety at the forefront, the Cambodian government is keeping details under wraps while its military negotiates their release, firmly denying Thai allegations of ceasefire violations.