Tense Encounter Between Australia and China Over Flare Incident

Australia and China engage in a tense encounter over an incident involving a Chinese fighter jet dropping flares in front of an Australian navy helicopter in international airspace. Both countries blame each other for the incident, with accusations of unprofessional and unacceptable behavior.

Australian Navy helicopter pilot incident with Chinese military fighter jet

Australian Navy helicopter pilot forced to take evasive action after a Chinese military fighter jet detonated flares close to his aircraft's course in international waters near South Korea. Australia described the actions as 'unsafe and unprofessional.' Incident occurred in the Yellow Sea during a U.N. mission to enforce sanctions against North Korea. No injuries or damage reported.