China’s military said it organised naval and air ​forces to drive away Dutch frigate De Ruyter, ‌which it accused of illegally intruding into the Paracel Islands in the disputed South China Sea on Wednesday. The Netherlands said ​the frigate was operating in accordance with international ​law. Zhai Shichen, a spokesperson for the People’s Liberation ⁠Army Southern Theater Command, said in a statement ​that carrier-based helicopters had repeatedly taken off and “intruded into ​China’s airspace”. “We firmly oppose this and solemnly urge the Dutch side to immediately cease its infringing and provocative acts,” Zhai said, ​adding the Chinese military will resolutely safeguard national sovereignty ​and security.

Full report : China’s military says it drove away Dutch frigate in South China Sea.