Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of 'barbaric' blocking of medical evacuation

[Collection]The Philippine coast guard accused China's coast guard of obstructing a medical evacuation for a sick marine on the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal, labeling the actions as "barbaric and inhumane." Despite notifying China of the medical nature, Chinese vessels harassed and even rammed the Philippine navy boat. Eventually, the marine was evacuated successfully.