China Deploys Jet-Drones Near Taiwan Strait

China has reportedly stationed jets converted into drones at military bases located near the Taiwan Strait, a move that could escalate tensions in the sensitive region.

27 Mar, 14:51 — 27 Mar, 14:51

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual152d ago

China masses over 200 J-6 'drones' near Taiwan as US-Iran war escalates

China has deployed converted J-6 fighter jets as attack drones at air bases near the Taiwan Strait, a move analysts view as a significant shift in its warfighting posture. These repurposed aircraft are intended for saturation attacks, aiming to overwhelm air defenses through sheer numbers and cost asymmetry.

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First report: Reuters · 27 Mar, 05:08|Full coverage: 3 · 10h|Window: 10h

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Reuters27 Mar, 05:08First to report

China stations jets-turned-drones at bases near Taiwan Strait, report says - Reuters

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rzeczpospolita27 Mar, 11:17

Chiny rozmieszczają myśliwce J-6 przebudowane na drony w pobliżu Tajwanu

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Times of India27 Mar, 14:51Latest update

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China Deploys Jet-Drones Near Taiwan Strait

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China masses over 200 J-6 'drones' near Taiwan as US-Iran war escalates

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China stations jets-turned-drones at bases near Taiwan Strait, report says - Reuters

Chiny rozmieszczają myśliwce J-6 przebudowane na drony w pobliżu Tajwanu

China masses over 200 J-6 'drones' near Taiwan as US-Iran war escalates

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