Pentagon tracks high altitude balloon over the US
The Pentagon tracked a high altitude balloon over the US, determined it was a hobby craft, and confirmed it was not from China. This comes after a Chinese spy balloon was shot down last year. The Chinese balloon had intelligence collection capabilities.
Key Points
- Pentagon tracked a high altitude balloon over the US
- Balloon was determined to be a hobby craft, not from China
- Chinese spy balloon shot down last year had intelligence collection capabilities
Pros
- Pentagon successfully tracked and identified a high altitude balloon over the US
- Confirmation that the balloon was not a threat to national security
Cons
- Increased tensions and scrutiny around foreign surveillance activities