Tensions Flare Between China, India After Clashes At Himalayan Border

Tensions have continued to rise between India and China following military clashes in their Himalayan border region. On Monday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry accused India of taking “unilateral” steps at the border, which threaten a broader military confrontation. Beijing made a thinly veiled threat asserting U.S. ally India must cooperate to ensure peace and stability at the border. In recent days, Indian troops claimed to have repelled a Chinese invasion of its territory in the contested region of Sikkim. Meanwhile, Beijing has denied such claims.-- More...