Cambodian woman, Soklang Sareoun, 28, greets her dogs she returns home after five days in Prasat Roboeuk village, Oddar Meanchey province, Cambodia, Tuesday, July 29, 2025, after a ceasefire was supposed to take effect Monday night between Thailand and Cambodia. (AP Photo/Heng Sinith)

The talks between commanders on both sides were seen as a crucial test of whether the cease-fire deal reached on Monday would result in a lasting peace.

P UTRAJAYA, Malaysia — Thailand and Cambodia agreed Monday to an unconditional ceasefire during a meeting in Malaysia, in a significant breakthrough to resolve five days of deadly border clashes that have killed dozens and displaced tens of thousands.