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Joint Chinese-Russian Bomber Patrol Provokes Japanese and South Korean Military Response

Joint Chinese-Russian Bomber Patrol Provokes Japanese and South Korean Military Response

Japan and South Korea scrambled fighter jets in response to a joint Chinese-Russian bomber patrol over international waters near their territories. The patrol, part of an annual bilateral exercise, involved two Russian Tu-95 bombers and two Chinese H-6 bombers, accompanied by Chinese J-16 fighters. The patrol flew from the Sea of Japan into the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean, prompting Japan and South Korea to deploy their air defense forces. This exercise occurs amid heightened tensions between China and Japan, particularly over Japan's support for Taiwan. The incident follows a recent radar lock incident involving Chinese and Japanese fighter jets near Okinawa.

US backs Japan in dispute with China over radar incident

US backs Japan in dispute with China over radar incident

By Daphne Psaledakis and John Geddie WASHINGTON/TOKYO, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The United States has for the first time criticised China for aiming radars at Japanese military aircraft during a training exercise last week, incidents that the Asian neighbours have given differing accounts of amid

Joint Chinese-Russian Bomber Patrol Triggers Japanese and South Korean Military Response

Joint Chinese-Russian Bomber Patrol Triggers Japanese and South Korean Military Response

Japan and South Korea scrambled fighter jets in response to a joint Chinese-Russian bomber patrol over international waters near their territories. The patrol, part of an annual exercise, involved Russian Tu-95 bombers and Chinese H-6 bombers, which flew near Okinawa, Japan. The patrol also included Chinese J-16 fighters and Russian Su-30 fighters. This military activity comes amid heightened tensions between China and Japan, particularly over Japan's support for Taiwan. The joint flights have become routine since 2019, often occurring without prior notice, and are seen as a demonstration of military cooperation between China and Russia.

Russia and China Conduct Joint Anti-Missile Exercise Amid U.S. Missile Deployments

Russia and China Conduct Joint Anti-Missile Exercise Amid U.S. Missile Deployments

Russia and China have recently conducted a joint anti-missile exercise, signaling a deepening military cooperation between the two nations. This exercise, held at an undisclosed location in Russia, was the third of its kind, following previous drills in 2016 and 2017. According to China's Defense Ministry, the exercise was not aimed at any third party and was unrelated to current international tensions. The drill comes in the context of the United States deploying mid-range missiles in Japan and the Philippines, with plans to station similar weapons in Germany. The exercise is seen as a response to the proliferation of long-range precision weapons in Europe and Asia, and it underscores the growing military partnership between Russia and China.

Chinese jets point radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says

Chinese jets point radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says

By Tim Kelly, Kiyoshi Takenaka and David Kirton TOKYO, Dec 7 (Reuters) - Japan said on Sunday that Chinese fighter jets had aimed their radar at Japanese military aircraft in two "dangerous" incidents near Japan's Okinawa islands, an account Beijing disputed.

Chinese carrier holds air drills as Tokyo, Beijing trade barbs

Chinese carrier holds air drills as Tokyo, Beijing trade barbs

TOKYO, Dec 8 (Reuters) - A Chinese carrier strike group launched intense air operations near Japan over the weekend as the East Asian neighbours traded diplomatic barbs in an escalating dispute, further straining ties.

Asia stocks in cautious mood on countdown to Fed

Asia stocks in cautious mood on countdown to Fed

By Wayne Cole SYDNEY, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Asian shares dithered on Monday as investors bet the farm on a rate cut from the Federal Reserve this week, yet the meeting could be one of the most fractious in recent memory with some policy makers openly arguing against an easing.

Japan protests after China military jet locks radar on Japanese aircraft

Japan protests after China military jet locks radar on Japanese aircraft

Japan says Chinese military aircraft locked radar on its fighter jets even though there was a safe distance between them, denying Beijing’s accusation of interference and renewing its protest over the incident

Japan Reports Chinese Jets Aimed Radar at Japanese Aircraft Near Okinawa, Escalating Tensions

Japan Reports Chinese Jets Aimed Radar at Japanese Aircraft Near Okinawa, Escalating Tensions

Japan has reported that Chinese J-15 jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft in two separate incidents. These jets were launched from China's Liaoning aircraft carrier, which was maneuvering south of the Okinawan islands along with three missile destroyers. The incidents have raised concerns about escalating military tensions in the region, as the use of fire-control radar is considered a provocative act that can precede an attack. The situation underscores the ongoing territorial disputes and military posturing between China and Japan, particularly around the strategically significant Okinawa region.

Japan and Australia Call for Calm After Chinese Radar Locks on Japanese Jets

Japan and Australia Call for Calm After Chinese Radar Locks on Japanese Jets

Japan and Australia have urged calm following an incident where Chinese military aircraft locked radar on Japanese fighter jets. This event occurred after Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan, which heightened tensions between Tokyo and Beijing. Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi condemned the radar lock as 'extremely regrettable' and 'dangerous,' and lodged a formal protest with China. The incident involved Chinese J-15 aircraft from the carrier Liaoning locking radar on Japanese F-15 jets near Okinawa. The radar lock happened twice, with no breach of Japanese airspace or reported injuries. China's military defended its actions, accusing Japan of harassment during its announced exercises. The situation has strained Japan-China relations, especially after Japan's statement on potential military involvement if China acts against Taiwan.

Japan and Australia urge calm after Chinese radar locks on Japanese jets

Japan and Australia urge calm after Chinese radar locks on Japanese jets

Japan and Australia have urged calm after Chinese military aircraft locked radar on Japanese fighter jets

China's Radar Lock on Japanese Aircraft Escalates Regional Tensions

China's Radar Lock on Japanese Aircraft Escalates Regional Tensions

Chinese fighter jets locked fire-control radar on Japanese military aircraft over international waters southeast of Japan's Okinawa Prefecture. This incident, reported by Japan's Defense Ministry, marks the first time such an action has been taken by Chinese aircraft against Japanese planes. The radar lock occurred intermittently as a Chinese J-15 targeted Japanese F-15 fighter jets. This development is part of ongoing tensions between China and Japan, particularly concerning territorial disputes and military activities in the region. The incident underscores the fragile nature of Sino-Japanese relations and the potential for military confrontations in the East China Sea.