Summary
Japan has summoned China's ambassador after Chinese military jets allegedly locked fire-control radar onto Japanese fighter jets near Okinawa. This incident has increased tensions between the countries, with both sides exchanging accusations. Japan has protested against China's actions, and both nations have made strong diplomatic responses.
Key Facts
- Japan claims Chinese jets used radar targeting on Japanese planes, which can imply a potential attack.
- The incident occurred over international waters southeast of Okinawa.
- Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs called China's actions dangerous and regrettable.
- China denies the radar targeting claims and has accused Japan of approaching its naval training area.
- The tensions follow recent statements by Japan's Prime Minister regarding a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
- Japan and China have both summoned each other's ambassadors due to increasing diplomatic disputes.
- The U.S. supports Japan in this dispute, though President Trump has not publicly intervened.
- Japan hosts the largest overseas U.S. military presence, concentrated mainly on Okinawa.
