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Report: China Deploys Converted J-7 Fighter Drones Near Taiwan Strait

China has reportedly converted older J-7 fighter jets into unmanned aerial vehicles and stationed them at air bases near Taiwan. According to a defense intelligence report by Janes, satellite imagery has identified these drones at the Longtian and Huian bases. This strategic move is believed to be part of an effort to overwhelm or act as decoys against Taiwan's air defense systems in a potential conflict. The conversion of manned aircraft into drones allows for the deployment of a large number of assets without risking pilots' lives. This development signals a significant tactical shift in China's military pressure campaign against Taiwan.

Official Source: https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/china-stations-jets-turned-drones-at-bases-near-taiwan-strait-report-says?ref=latest-headlines