Australia Blasts China After Su-35 Intercept Sparks Tensions In South China Sea

Australia Blasts China After Su-35 Intercept Sparks Tensions In South China Sea Australia condemned a Chinese Su-35 fighter jet for unsafe and unprofessional maneuvers over the South China Sea on Sunday. A Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon was conducting a maritime patrol when the aircraft released flares dangerously close. No injuries or damage were reported, but Canberra warned of elevated risks in the region. China’s Southern Theater Command has yet to comment. The incident follows a similar February confrontation. Experts say such encounters could trigger unintended armed clashes. The U.S. has repeatedly warned against aggressive Chinese interceptions, while China highlights successful repulsion of foreign aircraft. Watch