Iran's US radar strike exposes China's South China Sea gap

Iran's US radar strike exposes China's South China Sea gap

Iran reportedly struck and destroyed the US AN/TPY-2 radar deployed in Jordan during its ongoing war with the United States and Israel. What makes the AN/TPY-2 distinctive is that, despite operating in the X-band of the electromagnetic spectrum — which is generally suited for fire control (directing weapons to their target) — it can also […] The post Iran’s US radar strike exposes China’s South China Sea gap appeared first on Asia Times.

Jordan to South China Sea: Iran’s Radar Strike Undermines Perceived US Detection Edge and Throws Into Relief China’s Challenge

In a development that is reverberating across military and strategic communities worldwide, Iran has reportedly struck and destroyed a highly advanced U.S. missile defense radar system, the AN/TPY-2 radar, deployed in Jordan. The incident, occurring amid escalating hostilities involving Iran,… The post Jordan to South China Sea: Iran’s Radar Strike Undermines Perceived US Detection Edge and Throws Into Relief China’s Challenge appeared first on …