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2023-02-05T17:13:51.736Z
Destroying a Chinese civilian drone in the US is like shooting a mosquito with a cannon. According to the Global Times, citing another Chinese military expert, the US actions are technically like "shooting a mosquito with a cannon" and are not only excessive but also impractical. Using an advanced stealth fighter and a missile to intercept a balloon is "too costly," he said. On February 4, the US military shot down a Chinese balloon. China called such a move excessive. According to
According to the Global Times, citing another Chinese military expert, the US actions are technically like "shooting a mosquito with a cannon" and are not only excessive but also impractical.
Using an advanced stealth fighter and a missile to intercept a balloon is "too costly," he said.
On February 4, the US military shot down a Chinese balloon.
China called such a move excessive.
According to the Pentagon, the balloon was used to monitor US strategic facilities.
Source: russiart
