Australia accuses China of 'unsafe' military jet manoeuvres

Australia has accused China of conducting "unsafe" and "unprofessional" military jet maneuvers in the South China Sea. According to the Australian Defense Ministry, a Chinese jet allegedly dropped a flare close to an Australian maritime surveillance aircraft during a routine flight in the region. The Australian government stated that the Chinese jet's actions posed a safety risk and were a concerning escalation of tensions in the area. China has not yet responded to the allegations. The South China Sea has been a source of ongoing territorial disputes, with multiple countries claiming sovereignty over the region. This incident highlights the potential for further escalation between Australia and China in the area. The Australian government has emphasized the importance of maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region, and this latest incident is likely to heighten concerns about the military activities of China in the South China Sea.