Philippines alarmed by Russian submarine in its economic zone in the South China Sea.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed concern over a Russian submarine, UFA 490, detected in the country's exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea on November 28. The submarine, spotted 80 nautical miles west of Occidental Mindoro, communicated its intent to return to Russia after exercises in Malaysia. The Philippine Navy monitored the submarine, with President Marcos noting any intrusion into the zone is worrisome. Tensions in the area are already high due to overlapping claims.

December 02, 2024
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