Tensions between Thailand and Cambodia persist despite ongoing diplomatic efforts and a 13-point ceasefire agreement signed during the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting in Malaysia on August 7. A significant point of contention revolves around the Thai-Cambodian border, where provocations, fake news, and various forms of intimidation continue to impact the region, as reported by Krungthep Turakij.

Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has vehemently rejected claims made by Cambodia's Minister of Information, citing foreign intelligence sources, that Thailand is planning to assassinate Cambodian leaders Hun Sen and Hun Manet. Nikorndej Balankura, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, dismissed these allegations as entirely unfounded and defaming, emphasizing that spreading such false news undermines constructive dialogue. The Ministry further accused Phnom Penh of a sustained disinformation campaign that actively harms the peace process, with Nikorndej describing Cambodia's commitment to the ceasefire as