NSC: China’s claim it rescued Filipinos near Escoda is ‘fake news’

MANILA, Philippines — The National Security Council (NSC) on Sunday disputed Beijing’s claim that Philippine personnel fell overboard and were rescued by the China Coast Guard (CCG) while en route to Escoda (Sabina) Shoal, saying the CCG was geared towards “obstructing” the “mission to resupply Filipino fishermen with diesel, food, and medical supplies.” The NSC