Cambodian officials have reported another 12 people killed as a result of the ongoing border dispute with Thailand, with the death toll on both sides now standing at 32, as fears grow that the Southeast Asian neighbours may become engulfed in an extended conflict.

A long-simmering border row between Thailand and Cambodia has exploded into deadly conflict, killing 14, displacing over 100,000, and prompting a UN emergency meet amid fears of wider war.

As Thailand and Cambodia approach a truce following five days of deadly violence, DW spoke to some of those who were forced to flee the fighting.

Both neighbours accuse each other of opening fire first as diplomats have been recalled amid growing tensions.

Recent clashes between Thailand and Cambodia over disputed border territories near ancient temples have escalated, resulting in casualties and diploma