In August of 2020, researchers from the Atlantic Council, a Washington-based think tank, released a report revealing that a Chinese-built spy balloon was able to capture sensitive military intelligence, despite being launched and controlled by civilians. The incident, which began back in April, drew immediate ire from the United States military due to its potential… Continue reading The Chinese Spy Balloon Captured Sensitive Military Info After All
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Balloon expert explains the challenges of shooting down China’s suspected spy balloon
Since China launched its first high-altitude balloon to carry a spy satellite, there have been a number of reports of China shooting down suspected spy balloons. Balloon experts are trying to decipher the challenges of shooting down the balloons and finding the cause of the suspected espionage. Balloon experts agree that taking down a balloon… Continue reading Balloon expert explains the challenges of shooting down China’s suspected spy balloon
China Is Sorry a Spy Balloon Ended Up in Montana but Swears It’s Not a Spy Balloon
Recently, the Chinese government has apologized for a flying object which crash landed in Montana, USA. The mysterious object, which sparked speculation of espionage, has been identified as a research vessel, but the Chinese government has since offered an apology for the misunderstanding. The balloon-shaped object was discovered in a rural area near the US-Canada… Continue reading China Is Sorry a Spy Balloon Ended Up in Montana but Swears It’s Not a Spy Balloon