China “spy ships” intercept U.S. military communications
By The BriefBrief
U.S. officials said COSCO’s equipment is seeking to intercept U.S. military communications near American and other target coastlines. The officials described the activity as occurring off U.S. coasts.
WHO:U.S. officials
WHAT:Officials said COSCO’s gear is seeking to intercept U.S. military communications near U.S. and other target coastlines.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 6:39 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:U.S. officials raised concerns about COSCO equipment seeking to intercept U.S. military communications near American coasts.
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