On Saturday, Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported earlier this month that the country's coast guard "implemented maritime control" over Tiexian Reef, also known as Sandy Cay. This small sandbank, part of the Spratly Islands, is located near Thitu Island, also known as Pag-asa, where a Philippine military facility is situated. The Philippine government has not yet formally responded to this claim. This event took place on 04/26/2025 at the following location: Tiexian Reef, Philippines.
Incident Type: Military Conflict
Event Type: Show of Force
Total Fatalities: 0
Total Wounded: 0
Police/Military Fatalities: 0
Police/Military Wounded: 0
Civilian Fatalities: 0
Civilian Wounded: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0
Number Arrested: 0
Source: Griffon News
