The U.S. has confirmed that a Chinese balloon recovered by the U.S. Navy is part of a vast aerial surveillance program. The balloon was recovered in the South China Sea after it had been downed by a U.S. Navy plane.

China has responded to the incident by demanding the return of the balloon, claiming that it “does not belong to the US.” The U.S. Navy has released photos of the recovery operation.

The incident has raised questions about the threat posed by China’s aerial surveillance program. According to experts, the threat is much worse than many people realize.

The incident has also sparked a debate on the appropriate response to China’s surveillance program. Some argue that the U.S. should take a more aggressive stance against China, while others argue for a more diplomatic approach.

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