Thailand and Cambodia have agreed on a 13-point ceasefire plan to reduce tensions on their disputed border. The agreement was signed by representatives of both countries after five days of armed clashes in July.
WhatsApp blocked 6. 8 million fraudulent accounts in the first half of the year, many of which are linked to centers in Southeast Asia. The company is implementing new measures to combat fraud, including warnings about being added to group chats.
On August 5, Hong Kong recorded over 350 mm of precipitation, which is the largest daily amount in August since 1884. This led to the closure of schools, courts, clinics, and the cancellation of 20% of flights in the region.
Three weather systems in the Atlantic could develop into hurricanes heading towards the US. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be above normal due to high ocean temperatures.
In eastern Australia, cities found themselves under the thickest layer of snow in decades, leading to floods, stranded vehicles, and power outages for thousands of homes. The cold front brought up to 40 cm of snow, causing over 1455 incidents.
Tropical storm "Wipha" caused large-scale floods and landslides in Thailand, killing at least six people and affecting over 230,000. Since July 21, heavy rains have flooded 12 provinces, mainly in the north and center of the country.
Cambodia plans to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. This is due to his role in ending the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, which led to a ceasefire.
US President Donald Trump has maintained a basic tariff rate of 10% for countries with a positive trade balance. For 40 countries with a trade deficit with the US, a minimum tariff of 15% has been set, and for Canada, the tariff has increased to 35%.
The truce between Cambodia and Thailand continues for a second day, despite mutual accusations of violations. Cambodia withdrew military attachés and diplomats to a destroyed checkpoint to verify compliance with the ceasefire.
An explosion at a fireworks factory in Suphan Buri province, Thailand, has killed at least nine people and injured two. The scene was cordoned off due to the risk of further explosions.
The Thai army stated that Cambodian troops violated the unconditional ceasefire. Phnom Penh denied the accusation, citing difficulties in ensuring the truce after five days of border clashes.
Donald Trump claims that Thailand and Cambodia reached a truce thanks to his intervention. He also instructed his team to resume trade negotiations with the countries.
The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a cessation of hostilities after the deadliest border conflict in a decade. The talks took place in Malaysia, facilitated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and with the participation of US and Chinese representatives.
Leaders of Thailand and Cambodia arrived in Malaysia for urgent talks to end the five-day border conflict. Representatives from the USA, China, and ASEAN joined the dialogue, and the initiative for a ceasefire belongs to US President Donald Trump.
Leaders of Thailand and Cambodia will hold talks on July 28 in Malaysia to de-escalate the border conflict that has claimed over 30 lives and caused the evacuation of 200,000 people. The talks will be led by acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet also participating.
Heavy rains have temporarily halted hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia on their shared border, although both sides maintain their positions. Thai authorities have evacuated almost 100,000 civilians due to the worsening humanitarian crisis.
US President Donald Trump called the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia, urging them to cease hostilities that erupted at the beginning of the week, and warned about the absence of trade agreements. Both countries face economic challenges, including the threat of high US tariffs, and Thailand, which depends on exports, has not yet concluded agreements with the US.
Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia continue for the third day, with the death toll rising to 33. Cambodia has called for an immediate ceasefire, while Thailand demands an end to sovereignty violations.
Thailand has declared martial law in eight districts of two provinces due to a border conflict with Cambodia. The decision was made to protect sovereignty and citizens after Cambodia used force.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Thailand reports on armed clashes between military units of Thailand and Cambodia on their common border. Citizens of Ukraine are advised to refrain from visiting border areas and to follow the instructions of local authorities.
Thailand closed the border, and Cambodia convenes a meeting of the UN Security Council.
Gold prices stabilized after rising due to Trump's tariff threats, which stimulated demand for safe-haven assets. A stronger dollar limited further gains in metal prices.
BRICS countries reacted to Donald Trump's threats to impose 10% tariffs on countries that join "anti-American policies. " South Africa and China deny anti-American sentiments, and Malaysia joins BRICS, emphasizing an independent foreign policy.
Hyper-competition from Chinese electric vehicles in Thailand threatens local production. Neta, one of the first Chinese brands in the Thai market, cannot meet the requirements of the state incentive program, which has led to payment delays and complaints from dealers.
From July 1, Ukrainians abroad can submit documents for notarial acts online through the "e-Consul" system. This innovation simplifies the process, allowing citizens to upload necessary data and certificates without a physical visit to diplomatic missions until the last step.
Thailand's Constitutional Court has temporarily suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra over a conversation in which she criticized a military official. Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit will serve as acting head of government.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees, synchronizing EU sanctions against Russia and implementing packages of restrictions against Iran. The sanctions apply to individuals and legal entities from various countries, including the Russian Federation, Belarus, and Iran.
Thai 10th-grader Tiraphat Ransavoranan travels five kilometers to school every day on his stallion Sunny, "parking" it on the school grounds. This unusual practice is permitted by the school principal.
The Thai government plans to reinstate criminal penalties for cannabis, threatening a billion-dollar industry that has thrived since 2022. The Ministry of Health has already banned the sale of cannabis for recreational use and requires a doctor's prescription for retail purchases.
Brazilian tourist Juliana Marins has gone missing on Mount Rinjani in Indonesia, presumably after falling into a volcano crater. Rescuers are using drones and a helicopter in their search, but poor weather conditions are complicating the operation.
