Tensions are escalating in the South China Sea as China prepares a new stealth submarine armed with nuclear-tipped hypersonic missiles—possibly as a counter to the U.S. Typhon missile system deployed in the Philippines. The U.S. recently relocated its Typhon launchers on Luzon, heightening the standoff. President Marcos Jr. challenges China to halt its aggression in exchange for removing U.S. missiles. With increasing military maneuvers and diplomatic standoffs, the South China Sea could be the flashpoint for a global conflict. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump’s stance on the Philippines-China tensions remains uncertain. Will the Philippines become the next battleground in the U.S.-China power struggle? Stay tuned as Ananya Dutta breaks down the latest developments in this high-stakes geopolitical battle.
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