Japan and China coast guards confront each other near disputed Senkaku islands
Japan and China's coast guards confronted each other on Tuesday near the disputed Senkaku islands, in the East China Sea, after vessels from both sides moved into the area around nearby fishing boats. Each side said it pushed the other away, underscoring the continuing sensitivity of the maritime dispute. The islands are administered by Japan but claimed by China, and the latest encounter took place in waters between Okinawa and Taiwan.Japan's coast guard said it expelled two Chinese coast guard ships that approached a Japanese fishing boat in the area. A few hours later, China's coast guard said it had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Jul 2026 10:30 LONDON
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