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Philippines Condemns Chinese Ship's Aggressive Collision at Sea

10/12/2025

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On October 12, 2025, the Philippine Coast Guard said a Chinese ship deliberately rammed the BRP Datu Pagbuaya near Thitu Island in the South China Sea, amid ongoing sovereignty disputes.
The Chinese vessel used a water cannon before colliding, causing minor damage and no injuries.
The Philippines condemned the actions as aggressive and said it would not be intimidated.
China stated the Philippine vessel ignored warnings and approached dangerously.

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On October 12, 2025, the Philippine Coast Guard said a Chinese ship deliberately rammed the BRP Datu Pagbuaya near Thitu Island in the South China Sea, amid ongoing sovereignty disputes.
The Chinese vessel used a water cannon before colliding, causing minor damage and no injuries.
The Philippines condemned the actions as aggressive and said it would not be intimidated.
China stated the Philippine vessel ignored warnings and approached dangerously.