On July 24, NORAD tracked two Chinese H-6 and two Russian Tu-95 bombers flying over international waters near Alaska, prompting a response from U.S. and Canadian fighter jets. The joint aerospace command clarified that the activity did not pose an immediate threat. However, the incident underscores China’s expanding military reach, joining Russia in the North Pacific.
This growing presence has also raised alarms in Japan, which has noted increased joint military drills by China and Russia in nearby waters. NORAD affirmed its commitment to monitor and respond to any competitor activity near North America.