Why does China care about a rust bucket in the middle of the sea?
Briefly

A dilapidated WWII vessel, Sierra Madre, in South China Sea sparks tensions with China, now a potential conflict point, as China obstructs resupply attempts by Philippine vessels.
Provisional agreement between China and Philippines aims to allow supplies to the Sierra Madre, aiming to alleviate tensions in the disputed South China Sea, crucial region for global security.
Philippines and China statement stresses de-escalation and peaceful resolution in the South China Sea, signaling a joint effort to mitigate conflicts and manage maritime disputes.
Read at Washington Post
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