Here is what we know about the balloon.
Tag: Defense Department
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Suspected Spy Balloon Hampers China’s Efforts to Ease Tensions With U.S.
Beijing said it was looking into reports about an object seen flying over Montana. “Speculation and hype will not help,” a Chinese government spokeswoman said.
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U.S. Detects Suspected China Spy Balloon Hovering Over Northwest
The revelation comes days before Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Beijing, where he is expected to meet with President Xi Jinping.
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U.S. to Boost Military Role in the Philippines as Fears Over Taiwan Grow
Washington and Manila announced a plan to increase American military access on four new bases in the Southeast Asian country, a strategic partner in the region.
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Tanks Alone Won’t Turn the Tide of the War in Ukraine
The United States will have to step up its training program to ensure the Ukrainian military can use all the Western-provided equipment effectively.