Global News Podcast Thailand and Cambodia agree ceasefire
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Dec 27, 2025 
Panisa Imoka, a BBC Thai Service correspondent, shares firsthand insights on the recent ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, discussing the complexities of border tensions and the future for displaced civilians. Meanwhile, Taraneh Alidoosti, a prominent Iranian actress, openly criticizes the hijab mandate and reflects on the personal and professional costs of her stance. The conversation delves into significant global issues from peace talks to social movements, revealing the intersections of culture, conflict, and advocacy.
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Ceasefire Halts Border Clashes
- Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an immediate ceasefire after weeks of deadly border clashes.
- The deal includes no forward movement, no reinforcements, and a planned return of 18 Cambodian soldiers held in Thailand.
Nationalism Threatens Lasting Peace
- Nationalist sentiment has deepened beyond the border areas and spilled into online discourse.
- Panisa Imoka warns lingering dislike could challenge the durability of any ceasefire.
US Strikes Claim Faces Uncertainty
- President Trump claimed US strikes in northwest Nigeria 'decimated' IS camps but casualty figures remain unclear.
- Locals in Sokoto reported blasts, fires and fighters fleeing, though officials say no civilian casualties were recorded.