China conducts public bomber patrol in South China Sea to deter Philippines and allies amid rising tensions.

China has warned the Philippines to stop provocative actions in the South China Sea, citing joint patrols with non-regional nations as destabilizing. In response, the PLA Southern Theater Command conducted a routine bomber formation patrol, marking the first public announcement of such a move. The exercise, described as part of standard training, underscores China’s readiness to defend its sovereignty and deter external influence, amid growing regional tensions.