China Deploys J-16 Fighter Jets to Egypt for Joint ‘Eagles of Civilization 2026’ Exercise
14:20 25.08.2026 (Updated: 14:44 25.08.2026)
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China Deploys J-16 Fighter Jets to Egypt for Joint ‘Eagles of Civilization 2026’ Exercise
The exercise reportedly marks the first time China has sent its J-16 heavyweight multirole fighter jets to Africa.
The Chinese task group also includes:
Tanker aircraft;
Transport aircraft;
Early-warning aircraft;
Electronic warfare aircraft;
Tactical helicopters.
The “Eagles of Civilization 2026” joint training exercise focuses on air combat tactics, air superiority operations, and search-and-rescue missions, according to China’s Defense Ministry.
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