Pentagon Warns: China’s Actions in South China Sea Could Escalate to Violence
June 19, 2024 In a recent statement, the Pentagon has raised concerns over China's increasingly aggressive behavior in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), cautioning that such actions could potentially lead to violent confrontations. The warning comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with numerous incidents involving Chinese vessels and those of other claimant countries. The Pentagon's report highlighted several incidents where Chinese coast guard and naval vessels have engaged in what it described as "dangerous maneuvers" and "intimidation tactics" against Philippine and Vietnamese fishing boats, as well as naval ships from other nations operating in the contested waters. These actions,…