Who is acting aggressively and provocatively, us or them? (Specifically in reference to the USS Ross incident in the Black Sea)
I realize the source is biased, but I suspect that most of the physical events of the story are accurate. The question is, is Russia being aggressive or is it the US? Also interesting to note is the reference to the USS Donald Cook and it's incident with Russia. Secondary question - do we think that Russia has an active airborne EMP weapon?
War of Nerves: US and China Walking the Razor Edge in South China Sea
Peace is hanging in the balance in the South China Sea region, Michael Auslin noted, presenting three possible real-world scenarios under which Washington and Beijing may draw themselves into a direct conflict.
Russia, China Air Military Influence to Exceed US in Future
Head of the US Air Force, General Mark Welsh, pointed out the rising power of Russia's and China's Air Forces during an official visit to Langley Air Force Base.
Plotting Against Beijing? US Holds Asian Military Summit, Excludes China
As the United States struggles to maintain influence in the South China Sea, it has pushed Pacific nations to assert themselves against Beijing. In that effort, Washington organized a gathering of military leaders from over 20 countries, specifically excluding China.
Not too certain, but I believe that the only thing needed to make a nuke an EMP weapon is a timing device. Not much of a stretch for any nuclear-capable country.
How do we react if/when Russian aircraft or vessels test the boundaries of our airspace and waters? We send someone out to escort them [away]. So if we attempted to test their boundaries, I wouldn't be so surprised if they react in essentially the same way. I think Russia, in general, acts rather provocatively. But I don't think we're exactly eligible to be on a high horse about it either. Our nations have a decent history of provoking each other in one way or another, as far as I know.
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