BOMBSHELL: Two U.S. Warships Just Entered a Disputed Shoal After China’s Aggressive Move

Tensions spiked in the South China Sea after two Chinese vessels collided near the Scarborough Shoal while pursuing a Philippine boat. In the aftermath, the United States briefly deployed two warships close to the shoal—an unmistakable signal that freedom of navigation and regional stability are on the line.

What Just Happened
The collision: A Chinese navy destroyer and a China Coast Guard cutter struck each other during a high-speed maneuver aimed at blocking a Philippine Coast Guard vessel near Scarborough Shoal. (AP, Business Insider)
U.S. response: The guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins and the littoral combat ship USS Cincinnati operated roughly 30 nautical miles from the shoal, underscoring U.S. support for lawful maritime access. (AP, CBS/AP)
Air confrontation: A Chinese fighter also “intercepted” a Philippine Coast Guard aircraft over the shoal, adding to the volatility. (Reuters)
Why It Matters
Scarborough Shoal sits inside the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone but is claimed and policed by China. After years of “gray zone” tactics—blocking runs, close intercepts, and water cannon use—the risk of a miscalculation that draws in allies has grown sharply. Analysts warn that escalation pathways are now shorter and more dangerous than at any time in recent memory. (Business Insider)

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