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Japan received three F-35B stealth fighter jets at Nyutabaru Air Base to boost defenses amid regional tensions, particularly with China. These jets, with short take-off and vertical landing capabilities, will operate from modified helicopter carriers, Izumo and Kaga. Japan plans to deploy a total of 42 F-35Bs and 105 F-35As, becoming the largest F-35 user outside the U.S.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff