President Donald Trump has just dropped a diplomatic bombshell, announcing a hard-won ceasefire in the heated border clash between Thailand and Cambodia, as Breitbart reports, and he simultaneously urged a key international organization to step up its game.

With the United States taking a lead role in halting the violence and restoring calm under a prior treaty, Trump simultaneously challenged the United Nations to step up its game in fostering worldwide stability.

This border dispute, rooted in a 118-year-old territorial disagreement from 1907 when Cambodia was under French colonial control, has flared up over the past few weeks. Thailand questions the accuracy of those old borders, while Cambodia stands firm on their legitimacy. It’s a messy, historical knot that’s kept tensions simmering since Cambodia’s independence in 1953.

Tracing the Roots of Conflict

Back in July, a ceasefire was initially brokered with Malaysia’s help, but only after Trump applied serious pressure, reportedly threatening trade consequences if the two nations didn’t come to terms. That’s classic no-nonsense diplomacy—results over rhetoric.

By October, the details were hammered out at a regional meeting in Malaysia, culminating in the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords on October 26, signed by both countries’ prime ministers with Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as witnesses. It was a moment of hope, a rare win in a world too often defined by chaos.

Yet, fighting flared up again recently, prompting U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to call for an immediate stop to hostilities and a return to the accords’ de-escalation measures. It’s a reminder that peace is fragile when history and pride are at stake.

Trump’s Bold Call to Action

Trump didn’t hold back in touting America’s role, stating, “I am pleased to announce that the breakout fighting between Thailand and Cambodia will stop momentarily, and they will go back to living in PEACE, as per our recently agreed to original Treaty.” That’s the kind of decisive language conservatives crave—action, not endless debate.

But he wasn’t done there, taking a sharp jab at the U.N.’s apparent inaction. “With all of the wars and conflicts I have settled and stopped over the last eleven months, EIGHT, perhaps the United States has become the REAL United Nations, which has been of very little assistance or help in any of them, including the disaster currently going on between Russia and Ukraine,” Trump declared. Ouch—calling out the global body for sitting on the sidelines while America does the heavy lifting is a critique many on the right will nod to.

Let’s be fair, though—the U.N. isn’t entirely absent; Secretary General Antonio Guterres did publicly commend Trump’s efforts in a September speech. Still, compliments don’t stop wars, and the perception remains that the organization lags behind when crises erupt.

America’s Growing Diplomatic Muscle

Trump’s claim of helping end eight conflicts in less than a year is a bold one, and it paints a picture of the U.S. as the world’s de facto peacemaker. While progressive voices might scoff at this as self-aggrandizement, there’s something to be said for a nation willing to roll up its sleeves instead of hiding behind bureaucratic red tape.

The Cambodia-Thailand resolution, in particular, shows what targeted pressure can achieve, especially with Trump’s personal involvement at key moments like the October accords. It’s not just talk; it’s follow-through, something too rare in global politics.

Even Cambodia’s government seems to appreciate the effort, going so far as to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize in August. That’s not a small gesture, though some might argue it’s more symbolic than deserved—still, it speaks to the impact of American intervention.

Challenges Ahead for Global Peace

While this ceasefire is a victory, the broader challenge remains—can the U.N. reclaim relevance in a world where unilateral action often outpaces multilateral dithering? Trump’s call for the organization to get “active” in pursuing world peace isn’t just a taunt; it’s a plea for shared responsibility.

Border disputes like this one, steeped in colonial legacies and national pride, aren’t solved overnight, and both Thailand and Cambodia will need sustained commitment to keep the peace. The U.S. can’t be everywhere, even if it’s currently outshining the U.N. in conflict resolution.

For now, conservatives can take pride in seeing America lead with strength, not apologies, while still hoping the international community steps up. Trump’s push for peace here is a win, but the fight for global stability is far from over—let’s hope others take note and follow suit.