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| Tensions Escalate, China fumes after US pops its balloon |
The Chinese Foreign Ministry has expressed strong dissatisfaction and protested against the US for its use of force in shooting down a Chinese civilian airship. The airship, which was reportedly used for meteorological research purposes, entered US airspace due to a force majeure, according to the statement released by the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry stated that the US' use of force was an overreaction and a serious violation of international practice. Despite the US Defense Ministry's statement that the balloon did not present a military or physical threat to people on the ground, the US' actions were deemed excessive by the Chinese side.
China will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the relevant companies, while reserving the right to take further necessary actions. The ministry also rejected the US' spy balloon accusation, stating that the airship was a civilian airship from China and was used for meteorological research purposes.
This incident has further strained the already tense relationship between China and the US. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has stated its stance on the matter and will likely take action to defend its interests and the interests of relevant companies.
It is important to note that the use of force in such incidents should be exercised with caution and in accordance with international norms and practices. The US' actions in shooting down the Chinese civilian airship have raised concerns about the escalation of tensions between the two nations.