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"textContent": "Aerial tensions over the Yellow Sea intensified after an encounter between US and Chinese military aircraft prompted an official apology and the suspension of planned exercises.\nMilitary Incident Raises Regional Sensitivities\n\nOn February 23, 2026, the commander of US Forces Korea, General Xavier Brunson, issued a formal apology to South Korean military officials following an incident on February 18 involving American and Chinese aircraft. The US command also suspended previously scheduled military exercises, signaling concern over the potential for further escalation.\nThe episode unfolded during US-led aerial drills near the overlapping air defense identification zones of South Korea and China. The exercise included F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets operating in the highly sensitive airspace between Korea's identification zone and China's corresponding zone.",
"title": "Yellow Sea Becomes Flashpoint Again After US and Chinese Military Aircraft Incident"
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