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Recently, military activities by China and the United States in the Persian Gulf have drawn significant attention. China's two spy ships have arrived in the region ahead of America’s airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Reports indicate that these two vessels, identified as 855 and 815A, have been spotted by foreign media and are stationed there for intelligence gathering. Their arrival coincides with American military actions, raising concerns about escalating tensions between the two nations.

Experts note that the recent attack on Iran's nuclear facilities addresses an existing threat but may also intensify China's sensitivity to American military maneuvers, particularly concerning Taiwan and the South China Sea issues. As U.S. military activities against Iran increase, Beijing feels an urgent need for credible deterrence strategies, given their lack of stealth aircraft like the B-2 bombers that could leave them vulnerable.

The B-2 bomber's “Midnight Hammer” operation is designed for high-risk missions, enabling it to fly stealthily and strike enemy installations accurately. Chinese scholars emphasize the need for Beijing to bolster its defense capabilities against such weaponry. With the arrival of the 815A spy ship, China has enhanced electronic surveillance capabilities, allowing them to monitor military actions by Iran and Israel more effectively. This military deployment signifies Beijing's heightened alertness to U.S. actions, potentially prompting more proactive responses.

Additionally, Chinese internet users have expressed interest in the arrival of the spy ship, with some humorously referring to the 815 vessel as the “street wanderer,” indicating that it seems drawn to areas of interest. This reflects the increasing public attention toward national security and foreign policy strategies.

The emergence of Chinese spy ships may alter the military dynamics in the Persian Gulf, especially as China elevates its threat assessment regarding the U.S. Future military operations between these two nations in that region will likely need to be approached with more caution. This incident underscores the importance of information gathering in international politics and how monitoring can secure strategic advantages.