US Military Prepares for Possible Conflict with China by 2027
Admiral Lisa Franchetti, the head of Naval Operations, has urged the United States to prepare for a potential direct confrontation with China, projecting that such a conflict could occur as early as 2027.
Navy prepares for China conflict with newly announced strategy
The United States Navy released its "Navigation Plan for America’s Warfighting Navy" on Thursday, outlining how the U.S. will meet the growing threat of Chinese military aggression against Taiwan by 2027.
Admiral announces Navy plan to ready fleet for a possible fight with China in 3 years
Drawing on lessons from fleet experimentation and real-world developments in the Black and Red seas, Adm. Lisa Franchetti said the Navy must deliver a proven hybrid fleet that incorporates robotic
How the Navy's top officer will prep the service for war with China
WASHINGTON - The Navy is taking lessons from its combat in the Red Sea over the past year and what Ukraine has done to hold off the Russians in the Black Sea to help U.S. military leaders prepare the service for a potential future conflict with China.
Navy announces new strategy to counter China
The U.S. Navy on Wednesday released a new strategy designed to ensure the force is ready to meet the rising challenge from China by 2027, with efforts aimed at increasing recruitment and deploying advanced technology.
US Navy chief unveils plan to be ready for possible war with China by 2027
Admiral Lisa Franchetti says lessons from combat in the Red Sea and Ukraine’s Black Sea fight can help the US prepare for an attack on Taiwan.
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