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Philippines warns of conflict over South China Sea reef

Financial Times — June 25, 2024, 06:00 PM UTC

Summary: Philippine Ambassador to Washington warns of region-wide conflict over Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, raising nuclear war concerns. China's aggressive actions include blocking Philippine supply missions and violating international tribunal rulings. US warns Beijing of consequences under the US-Philippine Mutual Defense Treaty. The Philippines granted the US military access to bases in the Indo-Pacific, potentially for defense against China. Tensions escalate as the US strengthens alliances in the region.

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