US breaks silence on China's radar targeting of Japan - South Korean media

The United States broke its "silence" four days after the incident in which a Chinese aircraft carrier aimed radar at a Japanese Self-Defense Force fighter jet.
It appears that through Sage, the US has once again made clear its position of "backing up Japan, our ally." Reuters reported on the 9th (local time) that "a US State Department spokesperson said, 'China's
"These actions do not contribute to regional peace and stability," he said, adding, "The U.S.-Japan alliance is stronger and more united than ever."
The spokesperson continued, "Our commitment to our ally, Japan, is unwavering.
"We are in close contact with the Japanese side on this and other issues," he said. This comes after a Chinese aircraft carrier attacked Japanese Self-Defense Force fighter jets twice on the 6th in Okinawa and nearby international waters.
The criticism was directed at the radar targeting. In response, Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi expressed strong regret at a press conference held earlier that day.
Japan protested to China and demanded that the incident not be repeated, but China responded by saying that "Japan has habitually interfered with its own legitimate military training."
Since then, China has continued to demonstrate force around Okinawa, and tensions between Japan and China have been rising.