China says it 'drove' away US destroyer that sailed near disputed isles
Beijing said its military had "driven away" the ship after it illegally entering territorial waters near the disputed Paracel Islands.
Wed Jul 13 2022
China says it warned away US warship in South China Sea
Chinese forces followed and warned away from a US warship that entered waters near the Paracel Islands in the South China Sea.
Thu Jan 20 2022
US warship in operation near disputed island in South China Sea
The USS Stethem, a guided-missile destroyer, sailed within 12 nautical miles of Triton Island, part of the Paracel Islands in the South China Sea, the official said.
Mon Jul 03 2017
China must ready for military conflict in South China Sea: state media
Beijing must prepare for "military confrontation" in the South China Sea, state-run media said as it began naval drills in the area ahead of an international tribunal ruling over the maritime dispute.
Tue Jul 05 2016
China to hold drills in disputed waters ahead of court ruling
The drills will be held in waters around the Paracel Islands from July 5 to 11, with other ships prohibited from entering the waters during that time.
Sun Jul 03 2016