What does the cryptic crossword clue "Limits of truce probed by border topic (5)" mean?

The definition is "topic". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). HEM (synonym="border") in TE (synonym="limits of truce") = THEME; definition: "topic" The answer is THEME.

Limits of truce probed by border topic (5)

Times Cryptic #28575 | 27 Across | 2023-04-12 flower

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