Tensions Rise at Scarborough Shoal

The Philippines has accused the Chinese Coast Guard of aggressive behaviors, including targeting its fisheries vessels with water cannons, during a supply mission to the Scarborough Shoal. A Philippine ship was momentarily hit by a water cannon, while another managed to avoid it.

The Philippines has raised serious allegations against the Chinese Coast Guard, claiming its ships executed aggressive maneuvers and used water cannons against Filipino fisheries vessels.

This incident occurred as the vessels were delivering essential supplies to Filipino fishermen at the contested Scarborough Shoal.

According to the Philippine Coast Guard, one of their boats was briefly struck by a water cannon, while another managed to evade the assault.

(With inputs from agencies.)