The arrival of the carrier bolsters the already extensive deployment of American forces in the region. Britain will cease sharing some intelligence with the U.S. because of concerns over boat strikes.
Tag: Aircraft Carriers
China’s New Aircraft Carrier Enters Service, a Sign of Naval Ambitions
The Fujian, China’s most advanced carrier, went into official service this week. It brings the country closer to challenging U.S. naval dominance.
2 U.S. Navy Aircraft Go Down in South China Sea
A helicopter and a fighter jet went down in separate incidents while operating from a U.S. aircraft carrier on Sunday, the Navy said. The crews were rescued.
China’s Aircraft Carriers Push Into Waters Long Dominated by U.S.
Recent drills near Japan reflect China’s ambitions to extend its navy’s reach and exert greater influence, in the Pacific and beyond.
China Sends Two Aircraft Carriers Into the Pacific for the First Time
By sending warships beyond Japan, the Chinese Navy is demonstrating its ability to project sea and air power far past its home waters.
Second U.S. Navy Jet in 2 Weeks Is Lost Off the U.S.S. Truman
The aircraft went overboard on Tuesday as it tried to land on the aircraft carrier stationed in the Red Sea. Two officers suffered minor injuries.
U.S. Navy Jet Sinks Into Red Sea After Falling Off Aircraft Carrier
One sailor sustained minor injuries, according to the Navy, which is investigating the incident.
U.S.S. Harry S. Truman Carrier Collides With Commercial Ship Off Egypt
The U.S.S. Harry S. Truman, which had launched airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen, struck a commercial vessel near Port Said on Wednesday, Navy officials said.
With Jets and Ships, China is Honing Its Ability to Choke Taiwan
China’s large-scale military exercises are encircling Taiwan and testing the island’s defenses. They also raise the risk of conflict, accidental or otherwise.
Where U.S. Forces Are Deployed in the Middle East
The Pentagon is preparing to send more troops and aircraft to the region. This is an overview of the U.S. military presence there.