Fierce clashes between Thai and Cambodian forces have entered their fifth consecutive day, with border hostilities showing little sign of abating as both sides exchange heavy weapon fire along the long-contested frontier.

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed that he will speak with U.S. President Donald Trump, who has positioned himself as a diplomatic intermediary and is pushing for a ceasefire to halt what has become one of the most intense outbreaks of violence since earlier conflicts this year.

The fighting, which resumed following the collapse of a previously brokered peace pact, has already resulted in significant civilian harm, with both nations reporting casualties and hundreds of thousands of people displaced from their homes.

Thai forces have conducted air and artillery strikes against positions they describe as Cambodian military threats, while Phnom Penh has accused Thailand of targeting civilian locations and deploying heavy armaments without provocation.

The intensity of the combat has drawn international concern over the humanitarian situation and the risk of further escalation.

Thailand’s prime minister said his planned conversation with President Trump is intended to provide an update on developments and clarify Thailand’s stance, but emphasized that ultimate decisions rest with his government and its armed forces.

Trump has repeatedly stated his belief that a phone call to the leaders of both countries could help revive a truce similar to one brokered this year — when he and Malaysian leaders helped secure a temporary peace deal — but diplomatic overtures have thus far yielded mixed responses from Bangkok and Phnom Penh.

The renewed hostilities follow a peace agreement signed in October under the auspices of regional mediators, including the United States and Malaysia, which aimed to de-escalate tensions and implement mechanisms for conflict prevention.

That accord broke down amid accusations of ceasefire violations, renewed landmine incidents and deep mistrust between the two militaries.

As the fighting continues, calls for restraint from neighbouring states and international observers have increased, but effective de-escalation remains elusive.

With no immediate cessation in sight, the conflict has underscored the fragility of diplomatic efforts in resolving entrenched territorial disputes and the urgent need for reengagement from all parties involved.

The ongoing clashes also have political implications within Thailand, where the government is navigating domestic pressures amid a caretaker administration.

Cambodia’s leadership has signalled willingness to engage in dialogue, but conditions for meaningful talks have yet to be agreed, leaving the prospect of a durable peace uncertain as the situation develops.