15 APR 2026
ChinaSouth China Sea

China blocks entrance to Scarborough Shoal

Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 13:02 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 feature. The imagery provides visual evidence of China's latest effort to assert its maritime claims.

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TGOur Wars, Todayview5h ago
Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 13:02 UTC · First reported: 5h ago
China blocks entrance to Scarborough Shoal — TheDailyEuro