(ANSA) – BEIJING, APRIL 13 – The American Seventh Fleet has announced joint military exercises underway with Japanese troops in the Sea of Japan, involving the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Uss Abraham Lincoln and super jets such as the F-35Cs, F / A-18E Super Hornet and E-2D Hawk Eye warning aircraft.
The maneuvers have matured amid persistent speculation that North Korea would engage in provocations, such as another ICBM launch or nuclear test, at this week’s political events in Pyongyang, including 10-year celebrations. in power of Kim Jong-un and the 110th anniversary of the birth of Kim Il-sung, the founder of the state and grandfather of the current leader, scheduled for April 15.
“The two navies strengthen awareness and maneuvers across all domains in a maritime environment,” Yokosuka, Japan-based Seventh Fleet said on social media. “Bilateral operations like this one reassure our allies and partners of the United States’ commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region.” (HANDLE).
Source: Ansa
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