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Mid-Air Standoff: Japan Accuses China of Radar Lock

12/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On December 6, Chinese J-15 fighters from the carrier Liaoning and Japan's F-15 jets near Okinawa were involved in a mid-air incident.
Japan's Defense Ministry accused the Chinese aircraft of locking their radar onto Japanese jets.
Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that Japan's jets did not target Chinese aircraft.
The two nations exchanged protests.
China released audio suggesting prior notification of the flight drills.

History

Historical Context

The Senkaku Islands dispute between China and Japan intensified in 2010, echoing historical tensions dating back to Japan's military actions in China, including the Kweilin incident in 1938, where a civilian airliner was shot down. In 2010, Japan's Defense Ministry reported 200 incidents involving Chinese aircraft, underscoring the ongoing military confrontations and the need for diplomatic efforts to stabilize regional relations.

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Story summary

On December 6, Chinese J-15 fighters from the carrier Liaoning and Japan's F-15 jets near Okinawa were involved in a mid-air incident.
Japan's Defense Ministry accused the Chinese aircraft of locking their radar onto Japanese jets.
Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that Japan's jets did not target Chinese aircraft.
The two nations exchanged protests.
China released audio suggesting prior notification of the flight drills.

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