South China Sea
US Navy Loses F/A-18F Super Hornet and MH-60R Helicopter in South China Sea Incidents
Oct 27, 2025 11:42 pm CST
The US Navy's Pacific Fleet reported two separate aircraft crashes involving an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet and an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the USS Nimitz in the South China Sea. All five crew members were rescued and are in stable condition as investigations into the causes continue. This follows several recent aircraft incidents involving the USS Harry S. Truman in Middle Eastern waters.
US Condemns China's Actions Against Philippine Vessel in South China Sea Confrontation
Oct 14, 2025 06:31 am CST
The United States has issued a strong condemnation of China following an October 12 incident where Chinese vessels reportedly rammed and water cannoned a Philippine fisheries vessel near Thitu Island. The confrontation marks an escalation in South China Sea tensions, with the US expressing solidarity with its Philippine allies against actions it claims undermine regional stability.
Chinese Coast Guard Rams Philippine Vessel in South China Sea Escalating Territorial Tensions
Oct 12, 2025 07:20 pm CST
A confrontation between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the disputed South China Sea resulted in a Chinese coast guard ship using water cannons and ramming a Philippine government vessel near Thitu island. The incident highlights ongoing territorial tensions between the two nations, with the United States condemning China's actions and supporting its Philippine ally. Despite the aggression, Philippine officials maintain they will not surrender territory to foreign powers.
Indian Navy's DSRV Tiger X Makes Historic First Deployment Outside Indian Ocean During Multinational Exercise XPR-25
Oct 01, 2025 09:19 pm CST
The Indian Navy successfully deployed its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) Tiger X in the South China Sea during multinational exercise XPR-25, marking its first operation outside the Indian Ocean Region. The exercise showcased India's submarine rescue capabilities as the DSRV successfully docked with South Korean and Singaporean submarines, while also featuring the maiden operational deployment of INS Nistar, India's indigenously designed Diving Support Vessel.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Warns Against Cold War Mentality at UN General Assembly Amid US-China Tensions
Sep 27, 2025 12:46 am CST
At the UN General Assembly, Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered a speech warning against unilateralism and Cold War thinking, defending multilateralism and free trade in what appeared to be criticism of US policies. Without directly mentioning President Trump, Li positioned China as a defender of global order while addressing concerns about international rules being challenged and disrupted in today's turbulent world.
Schools Shut, Flights Cancelled As Typhoon Ragasa Heads To Hong Kong, China
Sep 24, 2025 04:13 am CST
Hong Kong and parts of southern China were on high alert early Wednesday as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached with powerful winds and lashing rain, forcing Chinese authorities to shut down schools and businesses in at least 10 cities.
China Orders Schools, Businesses Shut In 10 Cities Amid Super Typhoon Ragasa
Sep 23, 2025 12:19 pm CST
China ordered at least 10 cities to shut down schools and businesses on Tuesday, as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the country's south.
Trump, Xi Speak On Call Over Agreement To Keep TikTok Online In US
Sep 19, 2025 09:25 pm CST
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping spoke by phone on Friday, Chinese state media reported, as they seek an agreement to help keep the video app TikTok online in the US and ease tensions between two superpowers locked in a standoff over trade.
TikTok, Trade, Taiwan Top Agenda For Call Between Trump, Xi
Sep 17, 2025 04:31 pm CST
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will have plenty to discuss this week in their first conversation since June, with TikTok, Boeing planes, rare earth magnets and Taiwan among top items for negotiation.