Japan's defence ministry detected two Chinese missile destroyers and a supply ship with a Russian frigate near Okinotori Island. One Chinese destroyer later conducted an exercise within Japan’s claimed EEZ, notifying surrounding ships, raising concerns over maritime claims.
Russian and Chinese naval forces conducted live-fire exercises in the Yellow Sea as part of the Joint Sea 2026 drills. Warships practiced repelling simulated attacks by unmanned aerial drones and surface vessels, utilizing artillery, machine guns, and electronic warfare systems.
South Korea's Marine Corps conducted regular live-fire drills using K9 howitzers and Chunmoo rocket systems on Baengnyeong and Yeonpyeong islands near the Northern Limit Line. These defensive drills, held south of the de facto border, are part of routine exercises and mark the second session this year.
The Marine Corps conducted regular live-fire drills using K9 howitzers and Chunmoo rocket systems on Baengnyeong and Yeonpyeong islands near the Northern Limit Line (NLL). The defensive exercises, involving around 330 rounds, are part of routine drills held quarterly.
China's Liaoning carrier group is conducting routine far-sea drills including flight training and live-fire exercises. Japan reported Chinese J-15 jets locked fire-control radar on Japanese F-15s near Okinawa.
