China's defense ministry has slammed Japan for 'provocative actions' and misleading claims about the Liaoning aircraft carrier's recent training exercises near the Miyako Strait. Spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang emphasized on Sunday that the drills, conducted east of the strategic waterway, were lawful and routine. 🔍
'Japan’s recent military provocations raise serious questions about its intentions,' Zhang stated, urging Tokyo to reflect on its actions. He warned that reviving militarism would lead Japan into 'an abyss of no return.' ⚠️
The remarks follow heightened regional tensions as China asserts its maritime presence. Analysts say the Liaoning’s drills highlight Beijing’s focus on modernizing its naval capabilities in 2025. 📈
Japan has yet to respond publicly, but the exchange underscores fragile East Asian security dynamics. 🌏
