Long-festering tensions over border territory have escalated into armed conflict between Cambodia and Thailand, leading to dozens of deaths on both sides and displacing tens of thousands of people.

Thailand has mobilised gunboats to patrol its province bordering Cambodia as conflict between the two nations enters the third day, with death toll climbing to 33 and tens of thousands seeking refuge.

Thailand and Cambodia traded accusations of fresh attacks Saturday as deadly border clashes entered a third day and international pressure mounted for a ceasefire. The fighting has killed at least 33 people and displaced more than 168,

The tank screeches as it rolls into the ad-hoc military base before four battle-weary soldiers jump out to re-inspect the hefty vehicle.

The leaders of Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to meet to negotiate a ceasefire, according to a social media post by United States President Donald Trump on Saturday.

India on Saturday said it is closely watching the situation as military clashes between Thailand and Cambodia continue to escalate, leaving dozens dead and thousands displaced. The government also issued travel advisories for Indian citizens in both countries,

Thailand said its navy joined the army in repelling Cambodian attacks along the border, as fighting spread to new areas on the third day of a conflict that has killed more than 30 people.