Chinese authorities reportedly in possession of F-35 components in Hong Kong

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Shipping giant UPS was sending a cockpit canopy and weapons bay door to the U.S. from Australia in late May when it was diverted to Hong Kong.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:16:34 UTC.

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