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Thailand has released 18 Cambodian soldiers (the release has occurred).
Multiple credible primary and secondary sources report that Thailand repatriated 18 Cambodian soldiers on 31 December 2025 as part of a ceasefire agreement. Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs published an official statement confirming the repatriation; the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) acted as a neutral observer for the handover; and independent news agencies (Reuters, AP) reported the transfer and provided corroborating details. Verdict: True — the available official and reputable news sources confirm that Thailand released 18 Cambodian soldiers on Dec. 31, 2025.