Cambodia Urges Safe Return for Over 6,000 Displaced Children Amid Border Conflict
Cambodia's Information Minister has strongly appealed for the safe return of over 6,000 children displaced by the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict, who remain unable to go back to their homes and schools. He emphasized that humanitarian aid alone is insufficient and urged the international community to investigate the causes and ensure their safe repatriation.
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