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U.S. Blasts China’s Dangerous Blocking at Second Thomas Shoal

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  • The U.S. embassy in Manila defended the Philippines and accused China of dangerous blocking at Second Thomas Shoal.
  • The U.S. statement urged Beijing to cease escalatory tactics and praised Manila’s professionalism and restraint.
  • China’s embassy in the Philippines urged Washington to stop fanning flames and avoid undermining regional peace.
  • The exchange followed a Thursday stand-off over a resupply mission to Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.