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Philippines Accuses China of Cyanide Poisoning in Disputed Spratly Islands Waters

The Philippines has accused Chinese fishermen of pouring cyanide in waters in the Spratly Islands, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea, raising concerns about environmental damage and escalating tensions in the region.

13 Apr, 04:19 — 13 Apr, 16:00
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straits-timesMostly Factual9d ago

Philippines warns of 'sabotage' after cyanide seizure in disputed South China Sea atoll - The Straits Times

Philippines warns of 'sabotage' after cyanide seizure in disputed South China Sea atoll  The Straits Times

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual9d ago

Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters

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RapplerMostly Factual9d ago

Rappler Recap: Philippines says China used cyanide near outpost, soldiers in Ayungin Shoal 

The National Security Council announces the findings of an investigation

By Bea Cupin, Rappler.com

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hk-free-pressMostly Factual9d ago

Philippines accuses China of cyanide poisoning in contested waters

The Philippines accused Chinese fishermen on Monday of pouring cyanide in waters in the Spratly Islands, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea that has been the site of violent confrontations with Chinese vessels. Beijing claims the strategic South China Sea in nearly its entirety, despite an international ruling that its assertion has no legal basis. The Philippines’ […]

By AFP

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philstarMostly Factual9d ago

Philippines says China boats dumping cyanide near Ayungin

Bottles recovered by the Philippine Navy from Chinese sampans operating near the BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal have traces of cyanide, raising alarm over their intentional use by the Chinese to kill fish and destroy the marine environment, the National Security Council said yesterday.

By Pia Lee-Brago

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kuwait-timesMixed9d ago

Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters - Kuwait Times

Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters  Kuwait Times

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