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Thailand released 18 Cambodian soldiers.

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Thailand has released 18 Cambodian soldiers (the release has occurred).

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The U.S. welcomed Cambodia and Thailand for upholding the December 27 ceasefire and for taking steps toward implementing the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords. The statement specifically praised Thailand’s release of 18 Cambodian soldiers as a positive move to rebuild trust. The United States said it stands ready to support both governments as they resume implementing measures set out in the October 26 Joint Declaration.
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Multiple credible primary and secondary sources report that Thailand repatriated 18 Cambodian soldiers on 31 December 2025 as part of a ceasefire agreement. Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs published an official statement confirming the repatriation; the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) acted as a neutral observer for the handover; and independent news agencies (Reuters, AP) reported the transfer and provided corroborating details. Verdict: True — the available official and reputable news sources confirm that Thailand released 18 Cambodian soldiers on Dec. 31, 2025.

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  1. Update · Jan 01, 2026, 01:17 PMTrue
    Multiple credible primary and secondary sources report that Thailand repatriated 18 Cambodian soldiers on 31 December 2025 as part of a ceasefire agreement. Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs published an official statement confirming the repatriation; the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) acted as a neutral observer for the handover; and independent news agencies (Reuters, AP) reported the transfer and provided corroborating details. Verdict: True — the available official and reputable news sources confirm that Thailand released 18 Cambodian soldiers on Dec. 31, 2025.
  2. Original article · Dec 31, 2025
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