Philippines Expresses Concern Over Russian Submarine in South China Sea

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed concern over the presence of a Russian Kilo-class submarine within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea, describing it as "very worrisome." The submarine, identified as UFA 490, was detected 80 nautical miles off Occidental Mindoro and claimed to be waiting for better weather conditions before heading to Vladivostok, Russia. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region, particularly between Manila and Beijing, amid overlapping territorial claims.