Donald Trump said on Saturday he had held talks with the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand, as the two countries sought an "immediate ceasefire" following border clashes.

Thailand’s Foreign Ministry confirmed Trump’s call with acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. “However, Thailand would like to see sincere intention from the Cambodian side,” it said. The ministry reiterated its call for bilateral talks between the two sides.

SURIN, Thailand (AP) — Thailand and Cambodia traded accusations Saturday of fresh attacks as deadly border clashes entered a third day, leaving at least 33 people dead and more than 168,000 displaced, as international pressure mounted on both sides to reach a ceasefire.