China and India troops engage in hand-to-hand combat at border... at least 3 dead
[Asia Economy Reporter Bu Aeri] Troops from China and India clashed at the border, resulting in the deaths of three Indian soldiers.
Indian media outlets including NDTV reported on the 16th that a clash occurred the previous night between Indian and Chinese troops in the Ladakh region, a disputed border area.
The Indian army issued a statement saying, "During efforts to resolve the standoff in the Galwan Valley area of Ladakh, a violent clash broke out causing casualties on both sides," adding, "The Indian side suffered three fatalities: one colonel and two soldiers."
It is known that both sides used stones and wooden sticks during the fight. Reports indicate that the confrontation involved hand-to-hand combat.
China claimed that Indian troops crossed the border and attacked Chinese forces.
Zhao Lijian, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated at a regular briefing that "Indian troops crossed the border twice on the 15th and provoked, engaging in hand-to-hand combat during the process," and "China strongly protested to the Indian side."
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He added, "China hopes that India will not provoke again," and "Both sides agreed to continue resolving bilateral issues through dialogue and negotiations."
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