What was the closest distance between the Chinese J-15 jets and the Japanese patrol plane during the incident?

The Chinese J-15 jets flew as close as 45 meters to the Japanese P-3C patrol plane.

How long did the Chinese J-15 jets follow the Japanese P-3C patrol plane?

On Saturday, the Chinese jet followed the Japanese plane for 40 minutes, and on Sunday, two jets followed it for 80 minutes.

What was the reaction of Japan to this incident?

Japan expressed serious concerns to China, urging Beijing to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Tensions Rise as Chinese J-15 Jets Approach Japanese Aircraft in the Pacific

Chinese J-15 fighter jets approached Japanese reconnaissance planes, escalating tensions between Japan and China amid increased military activity in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Chinese J-15 fighter jets flew close to Japanese reconnaissance planes in the Pacific, raising safety concerns.

Japan expressed serious concern over the incident, urging China to prevent future occurrences.

The Chinese jets launched from two aircraft carriers, marking a significant military operation in the region.

Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary called for measures to avoid similar incidents in the future.

The incident reflects heightened military activity and tensions in the Asia-Pacific, prompting diplomatic exchanges between Japan and China.

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: The Chinese J-15 jets flew as close as 45 meters to the Japanese P-3C patrol plane.
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Kyodo News
: On Saturday, the Chinese jet followed the Japanese plane for 40 minutes, and on Sunday, two jets followed it for 80 minutes.
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The Defense Post
: Japan expressed serious concerns to China, urging Beijing to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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The Defense Post

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