Under the truce, the two countries agreed to cease fire, freeze troop movements and allow civilians living in border areas to return home as soon as possible, while Thailand was to return 18 Cambodian soldiers captured in July within 72 hours.
Kot Ngik, 43, from another camp for displaced people in Cambodia’s Banteay Meanchey, said she was thankful for the truce since it may allow children to soon return to school.
But “we don’t trust the Thai military yet”, she said.
“At this point, we are not sure about the situation. They can fight again at any time.”
While many evacuees, including Kot Ngik, were still too fearful to leave shelters, So Choeun said the ceasefire at least offered some hope.
“Yesterday morning, I could hear loud bangs, but I have not heard it since 12pm yesterday,” she said.
“This is a good sign.”
Source: CNA
