U.S. warship sails near disputed South China Sea islands - U.S. official
▻https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-usa-china/u-s-warship-sails-near-disputed-south-china-sea-islands-u-s-official-idU
The United States has criticised China’s construction of islands and military facilities in the area and is concerned they could be used to restrict free nautical movement.
The U.S. military has a long-standing position that its operations are carried out throughout the world, including in areas claimed by allies, and are separate from political considerations.