Taiwan says Chinese vessels entered disputed waters in South China Sea

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Taiwan reported that Chinese vessels intruded into disputed waters near Itu Aba island in the South China Sea, remaining for 15 minutes before being expelled by Taiwan's coast guard. The island is claimed by multiple countries including Taiwan and China, contributing to ongoing maritime tensions.

Taiwan said that Chinese vessels "openly intruded" on disputed waters around Itu Aba island in the South China Sea on Thursday, staying for 15 minutes before the Taiwanese coast guard expelled them. The island is claimed by Taiwan, China, the Philippines and Vietnam.