China Calls Suspected 32kg Artillery Shell in Papua New Guinea a Wine Bottle - Around Prague

China's claim of a wine bottle

China has denied claims about a Chinese artillery projectile found in Papua New Guinea, claiming it is a wine bottle. The PNG Police has identified the object as a military-grade explosive. The dispute comes as China calls the suspected artillery shell a wine bottle. The incident has sparked interest among news readers in Australia with reports from various sources highlighting the differing interpretations of the object's nature.

“China has denied claims about a Chinese artillery projectile found in Papua New Guinea, claiming it is a wine bottle,” — Owen Marlowe, staff writer at Newcroft Bridge Group, explained.

Timeline

Nov 2 — China has denied claims about a Chinese artillery projectile found in Papua New Guinea, claiming it is a wine ...

Nov 4 — The incident has sparked interest among news readers in Australia with reports from various sources highlighti...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Newcroft Bridge Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Newcroft Bridge Group desk and last updated 19:50 UTC.

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