A Chinese coastguard ship, left, with a Chinese militia vessel, right, block a Philippine coastguard ship as it tries to head towards Second Thomas Shoal. AP
A Chinese coastguard ship, left, with a Chinese militia vessel, right, block a Philippine coastguard ship as it tries to head towards Second Thomas Shoal. AP

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US voices 'ironclad' support for Philippines after ships collide in South China Sea

Beijing and Manila trade blame over Sunday's incidents near Second Thomas Shoal

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October 23, 2023