Summary
A U.S. Army spy plane known as the ATHENA conducted surveillance flights near China and North Korea from its base in South Korea. The plane is used to gather intelligence on military activities in the region. The U.S. has stationed military equipment and troops in South Korea and Japan to counter threats from China and North Korea.
Key Facts
- A U.S. Army spy plane flew near the borders of China and North Korea from South Korea.
- The aircraft, ATHENA, is a modified jet used for intelligence and surveillance.
- The U.S. has about 60,000 troops in Japan and 28,500 in South Korea.
- The U.S. aims to counter military threats from China and North Korea.
- The spy plane uses advanced sensors for intelligence gathering.
- The ATHENA was also tracked flying near Japan during its operations.
- China is expanding its military capabilities, including conventional and nuclear forces.
- North Korea is developing its military technology, including unmanned aircraft and warships.
