The repatriation of the Cambodian soldiers captured in July comes on the heels of a 72-hour cease-fire that could end months of border skirmishes.
Tag: War and Armed Conflicts
How Russia and Ukraine Are Fighting to Shape Trump’s View of the War
Off the battlefield, each side is trying to influence President Trump’s perception of the military conflict as they look to negotiate a peace settlement in their favor.
How the Assad Regime Covered Up Its Crimes: Key Takeaways
We documented how the dictator Bashar al-Assad and his henchmen conspired to hide evidence of torture and deaths of detainees during Syria’s long civil war.
Saudis Say Airstrike in Yemen Targeted Arms From U.A.E.
Saudi-led forces struck an Emirati shipment early Tuesday, worsening tensions between the once-close allies. The Saudis said the shipment had arms for a separatist group, which the Emiratis denied.
In Myanmar’s Election, ‘Voting Out of Fear, Not Hope’
The voting for Parliament is almost sure to favor the ruling military junta, which is stage-managing the polls. Still, some see them as the most pragmatic way to try to improve conditions.
Saudi-Led Group in Yemen Tells Separatists to Withdraw, or Be ‘Dealt With’
The Saudis ramped up their rhetoric against a faction that has seized parts of Yemen in recent weeks.
What to Know About the Vote in Myanmar
Amid a ruinous civil war, the military government is holding elections that are widely seen as a sham, as the main opposition remains barred or jailed.
Thailand and Cambodia Reach Cease-Fire in Brutal Border War
The 72-hour cease-fire could pave the way for an end to the fighting, which has killed dozens and displaced thousands over nearly three weeks.
Myanmar’s Health Crisis Spills Over Borders
Fighting has caused the spread of illnesses like malaria and cholera. In a worst-case scenario, the situation could threaten regional health security, experts say.
Why China, a One-Party State, Is Backing Elections in This Country
The vote in Myanmar, widely seen as a sham, is a bid for legitimacy by the military government. It is also a way for Beijing to exert its influence there.