Russian Submarine Stirs Concerns in Philippine Waters

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed concerns over reports of a Russian submarine appearing in Manila's exclusive economic zone. The Philippine Daily Inquirer cited security sources for the incident, though Reuters couldn't confirm the report. The presence of the vessel has raised security worries for the Philippines.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has raised alarms following reports of a Russian submarine surfacing in Manila's exclusive economic zone.

The Philippine Daily Inquirer, basing its report on security sources, claimed the presence of the Russian attack submarine last week.

Reuters, however, could not independently verify the Inquirer's report, leaving questions unanswered about the submarine's activities and intentions.

(With inputs from agencies.)