- China has launched two medium-range missiles into the South China Sea in warning to the United States, triggering World War 3 fears in the region.
- The move came one day after China said a US U-2 spy plane entered a no-fly zone without permission. Officials have told that the missile launch was intended to send a warning to the United States.
- The missiles were launched towards the Paracel Islands and the south-east of the Hainan province to the south of the Chinese mainland.
- It is also understood the missiles were aimed at showcasing China's ability to deny any force entering the South China Sea.
