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Added on the 26/04/2024 13:33:06 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says that the United States stands by its "ironclad" commitments to defend longtime ally the Philippines against armed attack in the South China Sea. SOUNDBITE
A Philippine government task force accuses the China Coast Guard of "provacative and irresponsible actions" near Second Thomas Shoal in the Spratly Islands, referring to two collision Sunday with Philippine boats on a resupply mission to Filipino troops. SOUNDBITE
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says he has warned Chinese leaders about "deep" US concerns regarding reports of sensitive operations by Beijing on Cuba. "Yes, I made very clear we would have deep concerns about PRC (People's Republic of China) intelligence or military activities in Cuba," the United States' top diplomat tells reporters in London after visiting Beijing. "This is something we're going to be monitoring very, very closely, and we've been very clear about that," he adds. SOUNDBITE
Dozens of activists protest outside the Chinese Consulate in Manila as tensions between the two countries in the South China Sea grow. IMAGES
AFPTV footage shows a Philippine civilian convoy being followed by Chinese vessels as they sail towards a China-controlled reef off the Southeast Asian country to distribute provisions to Filipino fishermen and assert their rights to the disputed waterway. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.
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