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Vietnam's Military Prepares for Potential U.S. Conflict

2/5/2026

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Vietnam's military drafted plans for a potential conflict with the United States, according to a leaked Ministry of Defense document.
The assessment, titled "The 2nd U.S. Invasion Plan," calls the United States a belligerent power despite a 2023 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
It expresses concerns that Washington might back regime change through color revolutions.
Analysts say Vietnam's leadership remains wary of U.S. military actions, fearing they could destabilize the Communist regime.

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Vietnam's military drafted plans for a potential conflict with the United States, according to a leaked Ministry of Defense document.
The assessment, titled "The 2nd U.S. Invasion Plan," calls the United States a belligerent power despite a 2023 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
It expresses concerns that Washington might back regime change through color revolutions.
Analysts say Vietnam's leadership remains wary of U.S. military actions, fearing they could destabilize the Communist regime.