Seven Chinese naval vessels were spotted entering the East China Sea en route to the Diaoyu Islands on Oct. 16, 2012, according to Japanese media. [Photo/Sina]
Japan says 7 Chinese navy ships near Diaoyu Islands
Japan's Defense Ministry says it has spotted early Tuesday seven Chinese naval vessels in waters 49 kilometers south-southeast of Yonaguni Island.
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