China announces joint naval and air drills with Russia amid Taiwan tensions
China has announced that its navy and Russia's navy will hold joint exercises this month in the Yellow Sea and near the port city of Qingdao. The drills will also involve air operations in waters and airspace in eastern China, according to China's defence ministry. After the exercises, some forces from both sides are due to carry out joint maritime patrols in relevant areas of the Pacific.The ministry did not give exact dates for the manoeuvres, but said they will take place in July. It said the exercises are part of an annual pattern and are intended to address security... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Jul 2026 07:59 LONDON
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