China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has reportedly been expanding its bomber operations, to potentially attack the United States, according to a new Pentagon report.
"Over the last three years, the PLA has rapidly expanded its overwater bomber operating areas, gaining experience in critical maritime regions and likely training for strikes against US and allied targets," the report says.
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