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China's Yanan Navy Destroyer Unveils Electronic Jamming Power

2/2/2026

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The Chinese state media released footage of the PLA Navy's destroyer Yanan using electronic jamming missiles to warn off foreign aircraft near Taiwan.
China Central Television (CCTV) aired the report, marking the first public display of Yanan employing electronic countermeasures in these waters.
The footage shows a crew member detecting potential threats and preparing the ship for action.
The location and timing of the encounter and the aircraft's nationality remain undisclosed.

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Story summary

The Chinese state media released footage of the PLA Navy's destroyer Yanan using electronic jamming missiles to warn off foreign aircraft near Taiwan.
China Central Television (CCTV) aired the report, marking the first public display of Yanan employing electronic countermeasures in these waters.
The footage shows a crew member detecting potential threats and preparing the ship for action.
The location and timing of the encounter and the aircraft's nationality remain undisclosed.