Fragile ceasefire tested as international observers head to disputed border

Thailand accused Cambodian troops of unprovoked firing in violation of a ceasefire agreement, as international observers prepare to visit the disputed border areas to monitor the truce.

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BANGKOK - Thailand accused Cambodian troops of unprovoked firing in violation of a ceasefire agreement, as international observers prepare to visit the disputed border areas to monitor the truce.

Thai military positions at Phu Makua in the north-eastern frontier area came under attack from small arms fire and grenade assaults by Cambodian forces on the night of July 29 and into the morning of July 30, Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

The Thai army also reported attacks in two other areas on July 30. "Such acts of aggression constitute once again a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement by Cambodian forces and their apparent lack of good faith," the ministry said.