China criticizes US missile test during Philippines military drills

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China condemned the US firing of a Tomahawk missile in the Philippines, calling it irresponsible and a risk to regional security. The missile was fired from a US Typhon system during joint military exercises, landing near a civilian community, sparking concerns from progressive groups. This incident occurs amidst ongoing US-Philippines war games, which China views as provocative and aimed against its territorial claims in the South China Sea.


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