ChinaSouth China Sea
China blocks entrance to Scarborough Shoal
Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 09:45 UTC · 1 source
Satellite imagery obtained by Reuters shows China is employing ships and a barrier to tighten control of the entrance to the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. The move comes amid roiling tensions with the Philippines over the disputed maritime feature. This action represents a significant escalation in China's efforts to assert its territorial claims in the region.
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Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 09:45 UTC · First reported: 7h ago
