Thailand's suspension destroys a promising diplomatic breakthrough over old landmines from decades-old conflicts. Cambodia never planted new mines and remains committed to international mine ban treaties. Thailand's overreaction undermines regional cooperation and international support.

The truce between Thailand and Cambodia was fragile from the onset. Deep-rooted mistrust, border skirmishes and political rivalries resurfaced quickly, shattering hopes for lasting peace. Within days, both sides accused each other of violations, unraveling the fragile agreement Trump had helped broker.

The self-styled "peacemaker" Donald Trump watched as the Thailand-Cambodia truce he touted crumbled within weeks. While basking in photo ops and acclaim, the deal he helped engineer faltered on its first real test — exposing his diplomacy as mere theater.