Chinese coast guard ships fire water cannons at two Philippine fisheries vessels in the South China Sea, according to multiple reports. The incidents involve Chinese ships using high-pressure water cannon systems against the Philippine fishing boats, which are operating in disputed waters. The reports describe this as part of ongoing confrontations between China and the Philippines in the area.
One outlet notes that the water cannon use occurs while senior diplomats meet in Manila, linking the incident to a broader diplomatic context between the two countries. Another report characterizes the episode as the third faceoff involving Chinese actions against Philippine vessels within the same week.
Across the accounts, the core points are consistent: Chinese coast guard ships target two Philippine fisheries vessels, the actions take place in the South China Sea, and the events unfold amid continued tensions and parallel diplomatic efforts. None of the excerpts provide details on injuries, damage, or the specific location and timing beyond the reports’ general framing.
