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Tensions erupted in the South China Sea as the Philippines accused China of dangerously sideswiping and water-cannoning its coast guard vessel near Sandy Cay. Footage confirms a Chinese ship's aggressive maneuvers, causing major damage to the Philippine boat. While China’s foreign ministry claims ignorance, Manila calls the incident a “serious violation.” President Marcos Jr. issued a stern warning, vowing not to tolerate any threat to Philippine sovereignty. As both nations trade blame, global attention turns to rising tensions in the disputed maritime zone, igniting fears of broader conflict. #SouthChinaSea #ChinaPhilippines #MaritimeClash #WaterCannonAttack #SandyCay #CoastGuardCollision #ChinaVessel #PhilippineSovereignty #PresidentMarcos #DisputedWaters #NavalIncident #GeopoliticalTension #MaritimeSecurity #ChinaAggression #ASEANConcerns #SouthChinaSeaCrisis #FreedomOfNavigation #ManilaVsBeijing #SpratlyIslands #SovereigntyViolation Also Read WATCH Video: India Delivers First Set Of BrahMos Missiles To Philippines Amid China Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/watch-video-india-delivers-first-set-of-brahmos-missiles-to-philippines-amid-china-concerns-3803935.html?ref=DMDesc India Set to Deliver First Batch of BrahMos Missiles to Philippines This Friday :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/india-delivers-brahmos-missiles-to-philippines-011-3803375.html?ref=DMDesc Japan's Kishida Aims for Stronger Military Cooperation with US, Allies :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/japan-us-strengthen-military-ties-ahead-kishida-visit-011-3792961.html?ref=DMDesc