Tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea are rising. On June 17, Chinese Coast Guard personnel attacked Philippine army boats with knives and axes during a supply mission to the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal. The Chinese forces also used sirens and flashing lights to create chaos and disrupt communications. Despite the aggression, Philippine soldiers maintained their positions and provided first aid to the injured, underscoring their commitment to international law and regional peace.

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian commented on the incident, saying, “The action taken by the Chinese Coast Guard at the scene was professional and measured,” and claimed that they were trying to stop an “illegal” resupply mission.

China philippines south china sea

GalleryWORLD

Srebrenica Genocide Victims Laid to Rest on 30th Anniversary

Name: Chinese Coast Guard Attacks Philippine Boats in South China Sea
Uploaded: 2024-06-20
Channel: Hasan Esat Yüzbaşıoğulları
Description: Tensions between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea are rising. On June 17, Chinese Coast Guard personnel attacked Philippine army boats with knives and axes during a supply mission to the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal. The Ch

On Jul 11, 2025

Seven newly identified victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide were buried at the Potocari Memorial Cemetery in Bosnia and Herzegovina on the 30th anniversary of the massacre. The genocide, recognized by international courts, claimed over 8,300 Muslim lives during the Bosnian War.

The ceremony drew leaders and officials from across the region and Europe, including Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, and French and NATO representatives.

Bosnian official Denis Bećirović emphasized the years of propaganda and planning that led to the genocide, while French President Emmanuel Macron warned that denialism has no place in EU-aspiring nations. NATO’s Mark Rutte called it a lasting tragedy linking the Netherlands and Bosnia.

Sirens marked the remembrance across cities, and symbolic tributes—including a silent jump from Mostar Bridge and the release of lilies—honored the victims. The newly buried include victims aged between 17 and 67.

Prev 1 of 4 Next

30th Anniversary Bosnia and Herzegovina NATO Srebrenica Genocide