𝕏xSE first seen 3 h ago, last 2 h ago, peak #31
Taiwan Coast Guard Fires Water Cannon at Chinese Boat Near Dongsha
Original: Taiwan Coast Guard Uses Water Cannon on Chinese Boat Near Dongsha Island
Taiwan's Coast Guard used water cannons to drive away a Chinese boat operating near Dongsha Island in the South China Sea. The confrontation adds to a string of incidents around Taiwan-controlled outlying islands, where Beijing has increased coast guard and fishing patrols. Observers see the episode as another sign of escalating pressure in the Taiwan Strait, with both sides trading accusations over jurisdiction.
Why now: Fresh confrontation between Taiwan and China is raising tensions in the region.
Taiwan Coast GuardChinaDongsha IslandSouth China Sea
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