How the US is reinforcing the ‘first island chain’ to deter China


When the first of at least two US B-1B strategic bombers touched down in Japan earlier this month, its mission was bigger than just to take part in joint exercises.

The supersonic aircraft, known for its long range and heavy conventional payload, will operate out of the US’ military base in Misawa on a deployment that could last several months.

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