Tensions Rise in South China SeaChina and Philippines Clash

Recent aggressive actions by China against Philippine vessels have escalated tensions, drawing international condemnation and warnings of further confrontations.

• Beijing think tank states there is no immediate risk of war between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea, despite recent clashes.
• The US condemns Chinese coastguard's use of water cannons against a Philippine supply ship, calling the actions 'dangerous' and 'reckless'.
• A Chinese military helicopter intimidates a Philippine research team in the Spratly Islands, escalating tensions.
• China warns the Philippines to behave cautiously amid new confrontations, saying their relations are at a 'crossroads'.
• China threatens more resolute steps to constrain the Philippines's access to a military outpost in the South China Sea after a recent clash.

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