Overview
- Beijing said the operation demonstrates both sides’ resolve and capability to support regional peace and stability.
- The patrol featured Russian Tu-95MS strategic missile carriers and Chinese H-6K bombers with continuous cover from Su-30SM, Su-35S and J-16 fighters.
- The route spanned the Sea of Japan, the East China Sea and the western Pacific over roughly eight hours.
- Russia’s Defense Ministry reported that foreign fighters shadowed the formation on some legs of the mission.
- Officials said all aircraft returned to base after the sortie, with operations conducted under international law and without airspace violations.