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China Coast Guard rams Philippine fisheries vessel off Palawan in latest South China Sea clash
USNI NewsLO·CN · PH·about 1 hour ago
A Chinese Coast Guard vessel deliberately rammed a Filipino fishing boat on a resupply mission in the South China Sea, escalating tensions in the disputed waters. The incident marks a direct physical confrontation, raising the risk of further escalation between Manila and Beijing. The extent of damage and casualties remains unconfirmed.
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A Chinese Coast Guard vessel deliberately rammed a Filipino supply boat in the South China Sea, marking a direct physical confrontation. This incident, partially confirmed by Capital.gr, follows a pattern of recent clashes near Sabina Shoal, raising the risk of further escalation and miscalculation between Manila and Beijing. The extent of damage and casualties remains unconfirmed.