China says Indian troops fired 'provocative' shots in border dispute

China has accused Indian troops of illegally crossing a disputed border and firing "provocative" warning shots at patrolling soldiers.

Chinese guards were "forced to take countermeasures", said a military spokesperson, though it is not clear what they were.

It would be the first time in 45 years that shots were fired there, breaking an agreement barring firearm use.

Relations between both countries have steadily deteriorated in recent months.

According to state media outlet the Global Times, the Indian troops had "illegally crossed the Line of Actual Control (LAC) into... Read More