China says Philippine violates its sovereignty, 'illegally' occupied Thitu island


BEIJING (Reuters): The Philippines has seriously violated Chinese sovereignty, Chinese foreign ministry said on Monday (Oct 16).

The comment came after Manila said a Chinese navy ship shadowed and attempted to cut off a Philippine navy vessel conducting a resupply mission near Thitu island in the South China Sea.

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