China, Russia conduct joint bomber patrol near Japan

J-16 with Tu-95

Source: Japan Ministry of Defense

Chinese H-6 and Russian Tu-95 bombers conducted a joint patrol through the strategic Miyako Strait on 9 December, prompting Japan Air Self-Defense Force fighters to scramble in response to the incursion.

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