China Vs Philippines South China Sea Tensions Boil: China Lands H-6 Nuke-Capable Bombers on Island
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China Vs Philippines South China Sea Tensions Boil: China Lands H-6 Nuke-Capable Bombers on Island
Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated dramatically as China deployed two H-6 nuclear-capable bombers to Woody Island in the Paracel chain — their first appearance there since 2020.
Satellite images confirm the aircraft's presence between May 17 and 23, alongside Y-20 transport planes and a KJ-500 early warning aircraft, signaling a broader Chinese air operation.
The strategic move comes just ahead of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, where global defense leaders, including France’s Emmanuel Macron and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, are set to speak.
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Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated sharply as China’s navy launched combat readiness patrols near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, a territory claimed by the Philippines. The drills, confirmed by China’s state-run Xinhua agency, were aimed at reinforcing Beijing’s control over the contested region. The provocative move follows multiple maritime confrontations and comes amid rising regional unease. Meanwhile, South Korea has reported a surge in Chinese installations in the Yellow Sea, further stoking concerns about China’s expanding maritime assertiveness.
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The Philippines is making a bold military move in the South China Sea, announcing new naval bases in Subic Bay, Mindanao, and Sibutu under its ‘Horizon 3’ defense program. Amid rising tensions with China, the expansion aims to strengthen coastal security from Scarborough Shoal to the Spratlys. President Marcos emphasized the need for enhanced naval capabilities. The move also supports trilateral patrols with Indonesia and Malaysia, while rejecting Beijing’s territorial claims and interference in Philippine waters.
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Tensions between the Philippines and China have escalated sharply over the South China Sea. In a fiery rebuke, Manila slammed Beijing for its aggression and interference in contested waters. The Philippines has warned China to stay out of its sovereign territory, amid growing global concern over repeated maritime confrontations. The diplomatic clash signals a deepening rift as both nations harden their stances in the disputed region.
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Taiwan’s Defense Ministry detected eight PLA Navy ships operating near its waters, signaling a show of force by China. In addition, China launched satellites over central Taiwan, prompting heightened military alerts. In response, the U.S. is deploying advanced missile systems, including the NMESIS and HIMARS, to the Philippines for joint anti-ship drills in the Luzon Strait. These moves come amid rising tensions in the South China Sea, with the U.S. and its allies increasing readiness to counter China’s aggressive posture after condemnation at the ASEAN summit.
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