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China, Philippine Coastguard Vessels Clash in South China Sea
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A China Coast Guard vessel has fired its water cannon at Philippine government boats near Scarborough Shoal, the latest in a series of confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
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China, Philippine Coastguard Vessels Clash in South China Sea
The incident occurred on July 24, 2026, and has raised tensions between China and the Philippines. The Philippines has accused China of violating its sovereignty, while China has claimed that it is protecting its territorial rights. The incident is the latest in a series of confrontations between the two countries in the South China Sea. The Philippines has called for calm and has urged China to respect its sovereignty.
China, Philippine Coastguard Vessels Clash in South China Sea
A China Coast Guard vessel has fired its water cannon at Philippine government boats near Scarborough Shoal, the latest in a series of confrontations in the disputed South China Sea. The incident has raised tensions between China and the Philippines, with both countries claiming sovereignty over the area. The Philippines has accused China of aggression and has called for international support. The incident is the latest in a series of confrontations between China and its neighbors in the South China Sea.
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