Cambodia is seeking Malaysia’s assistance as Asean Chair to help secure the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers detained by Thailand. Ministry of

Long-simmering tensions between Thailand and Cambodia escalated to deadly violence on July 24, setting off five days of military clashes at multiple spots along the roughly 800-kilometer (500 mile) border.

Cambodia has welcomed the return of two wounded soldiers captured by the Thai army. Their capture came after a ceasefire ended five days of combat over disputed territory.