In the South China Sea, Philippine ships have once more been attacked by the Chinese coast guard. On Sunday, the collision happened close to Thomas Shoal. At the time, a Coast Guard patrol boat and two Philippine Navy supply boats were en route to provide food and other supplies to the troops on board the long-stranded naval vessel. Other than this, no other details were provided. Chinese government representatives have not responded.
The Chinese coast guard has again attacked Philippine ships in the South China Sea. The Chinese coast guard launched water cannons at three Philippine vessels off a disputed coast on Sunday, ramming one of them, and causing serious damage to its engine. The Philippines coast guard said the Chinese coast guard had also blocked access to Scarborough Shoal on Saturday.
War between two countries in the sea
On Sunday, the collision happened close to Thomas Shoal. At the time, a Coast Guard patrol boat and two Philippine Navy supply boats were en route to provide food and other supplies to the troops on board the long-stranded naval vessel. Other than this, no other details were provided. Officials from China have remained silent as well.
The movement of boats blocked
China has blockaded Thomas Shoal for years, blocking the movement of the Philippine Coast Guard and supply boats. Both countries claim this disputed area. This year, there is a possibility of armed conflict as hostilities reach their peak. According to the treaty, the US will also participate in the event of an armed attack on the Philippines in case of conflict.
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