US and Chinese military aircraft had a brief standoff over the Yellow Sea

US Forces Korea (USFK) conducted a rare aerial exercise over the Yellow Sea this week. Chinese fighter jets responded, leading to a brief standoff between the aircraft.

Chinese experts said the US military activity might be aimed at creating tension during holidays, and that the People's Liberation Army (PLA) showed firm resolve to safeguard national security. South Korea's defense minister lodged a protest with USFK over the incident.