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Cambodia's Prime Minister announced Thursday that he has nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, lauding his "exceptional statesmanship" in halting a border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand. In a social media post, the Prime Minister attached a letter he said he sent to the Norwegian Nobel Committee. The letter cited Trump's intervention as an example of his "remarkable achievements in alleviating tensions in some of the world's most volatile regions." "This timely intervention averted a potentially devastating conflict, was crucial in preventing significant loss of life, and paved the way for peaceful resolution," the letter stated. Reuters reported that Trump called the leaders of Thailand and Cambodia on July 26, threatening that he would not conduct tariff negotiations unless the conflict ended. Ultimately, Trump brokered a ceasefire agreement negotiated in Malaysia on July 28, ending the latest and most intense round of fighting between the two neighboring countries. The two countries agreed Thursday to ensure no further hostilities and to allow Southeast Asian observers to enter. The five-day conflict left 43 people dead and displaced over 300,000. The conflict began with a small-scale shootout and quickly escalated to heavy artillery and rocket attacks, and hours later Thailand deployed F-16 fighter jets for airstrikes. It's worth noting that this nomination is not the first for Trump, as he has been previously nominated for the prize by other nations in recognition of his efforts in resolving international conflicts. However, Trump's chances of winning the prize remain uncertain, as the Nobel Committee takes into account a wide range of factors when making its decision. The nomination of Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize sparks a broader discussion about the criteria for awarding the prize, and the role of diplomatic interventions in resolving international conflicts. Regardless of the final outcome, this nomination highlights the impact of US foreign policy on the global stage.
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