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China threatens to take measures against U.S. entities over downing of balloon

By Associated Press

China says it will enact measures against U.S. entities related to the downing of a suspected Chinese spy balloon off the American East Coast. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson gave no details and did not identify the targets of the measures.

China’s national soccer head arrested on corruption charges

By Associated Press

The head of China's national soccer federation has been arrested on corruption charges in the latest blow to the country's effort to grow its standing in the international game.

White House defends decision to shoot down 3 unidentified objects

By Eric Tucker, Associated Press

“These were decisions based purely and simply on what was in the best interests of the American people,” White House national security spokesman John Kirby said Monday.

UK to review security after unknown objects were shot down over North America

By Jill Lawless, Associated Press

Britain has announced a security review after several unidentified objects were shot down in the skies over North America. Defense Secretary Ben Wallace said "the U.K. and her allies will review what these airspace intrusions mean for our security."…

China says more than 10 U.S. balloons flew in its airspace in the past year

By Associated Press

China says more than 10 U.S. high-altitude balloons have flown in its airspace during the past year without its permission. In response, the United States denied that it operates any surveillance balloons over China.

Philippines accuses China of using military-grade laser against coast guard vessel

By Jim Gomez, Associated Press

According to the Philippines, the Chinese ship also maneuvered dangerously close to block the Philippine patrol vessel from approaching one of the disputed islands last week.

U.S. blacklists 6 Chinese entities in response to alleged spy balloon incident

By Associated Press

The United States has blacklisted six Chinese entities it said were linked to Beijing's aerospace programs as part of its retaliation over an alleged Chinese spy balloon that traversed U.S. airspace.

U.S. military shoots down unknown object flying off the coast of Alaska

By Zeke Miller, Colleen Long, Tara Copp, Associated Press

A U.S. military fighter jet shot down an unknown object flying off the coast of Alaska on Friday on orders from President Joe Biden, White House officials said.

U.S. House votes to condemn China over balloon surveillance program

By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press

The U.S. House voted unanimously Thursday to condemn the Beijing government for its balloon surveillance program. The action comes amid new findings as questions mount about China's aerial spy program.