China Continues Water Cannon Attacks in the South China Sea
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Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated as the China Coast Guard (CCG) continues to use water cannons against the Philippines. The CCG's repeated use of water cannons, which are mounted on the side of their ships and shoot high-pressure water, is seen as a gray zone intimidation tactic. The incidents have occurred in disputed areas such as Second Thomas Shoal and Scarborough Shoal, where the legal status is contested. Water cannons were historically used for crowd control and defense against pirates by large commercial vessels, but the U.S. Coast Guard does not use them due to the risk of indiscriminate injury. The CCG's use of water cannons is considered dehumanizing and escalatory, and the Philippines is seeking support from its allies. The U.S. may consider sending military docto...
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