Chinese sailors wield sticks, axe in disputed sea clash with Philippines

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Chinese sailors wield sticks, axe in disputed sea clash with Philippines

“The (Chinese coast guard) personnel then began hurling rocks and other objects at our personnel,” Manila said.

“They also slashed the (inflatable boats), rendering them inoperable.”

The Filipino sailors, clad in brown camouflage with helmets and vests, are not carrying weapons in the clips.

“Amidst this violent confrontation, the CCG (Chinese coast guard) also deployed tear gas, intensifying the chaos and confusion, while continuously blaring sirens to further disrupt communication,” the caption said.

Philippine military chief General Romeo Brawner said Wednesday the outnumbered Filipino crew had been unarmed and had fought with their “bare hands”.

In one clip, a voice speaking Tagalog can be heard saying someone had “lost a finger”.

Manila has accused Beijing of an “act of piracy” against its forces.

It has demanded the return of items “looted” by the Chinese side, including seven guns, and reparations for the damaged equipment.

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