China' 'SHADOW ATTACK' On U.S. Forces In Mideast? Xi Deploys J-16 Fighters In Military Power Show

China has deployed J-16 fighters and a complete support package more than 6,000 kilometres to Egypt for the Eagles of Civilisation 2026 exercise. A YY-20A tanker refuelled the fighters during the nearly nine-hour journey, while the wider contingent reportedly includes strategic transports, radar-surveillance aircraft, electronic-warfare platforms and helicopters. The deployment marks the J-16’s first known appearance in Africa. Watch.