China Coast Guard Accused of Ramming Philippine Vessel
Manila alleges Beijing's forces deliberately collided with a fuel delivery ship in disputed waters.
World • 2 hours ago
The Philippines has accused the Chinese Coast Guard of deliberately ramming a Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources vessel. The incident occurred on September 20, 2026, while the Philippine vessel was delivering fuel to fishermen in disputed waters.
The accusation highlights ongoing tensions in the South China Sea, an area with overlapping territorial claims by several nations, including China and the Philippines.