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China Tracks Dutch Frigate, Claims Illegal Paracel Entry

6/6/2026

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China deployed ships and aircraft to monitor Dutch frigate HNLMS De Ruyter in the Taiwan Strait.
The PLA said it tracked the vessel, handled the situation and will stay on high alert to protect sovereignty, security and stability.
Beijing accused the frigate of illegally entering the Paracel Islands on May 27.
The Netherlands said the ship was on diplomatic, security and economic missions and complied with international law.

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China deployed ships and aircraft to monitor Dutch frigate HNLMS De Ruyter in the Taiwan Strait.
The PLA said it tracked the vessel, handled the situation and will stay on high alert to protect sovereignty, security and stability.
Beijing accused the frigate of illegally entering the Paracel Islands on May 27.
The Netherlands said the ship was on diplomatic, security and economic missions and complied with international law.