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Jun 28, 2024 · Destroyer, fast naval vessel that has served a variety of functions since the late 19th century, mainly in defense of surface fleets and convoys. The term destroyer was first used for the 250-ton vessels built in the 1890s to protect battleships from torpedo boats.
Jun 26, 2024 · Japan plans to begin design work on a new, high-end air-defence destroyer known as 13DDX in fiscal year 2024 (FY24).
5 days ago · The destroyer sailed within 12 nautical miles (22 km) of the Zhejiang coast for about 20 minutes despite warnings from Chinese vessels, and Beijing expressed "serious concerns" to Tokyo, Kyodo said.
6 days ago · A Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer temporarily sailed into Chinese territorial waters off the country's eastern province of Zhejiang last week, despite repeated warnings by Chinese vessels, diplomatic sources said Wednesday. The Suzutsuki, tasked with monitoring Chinese military drills on the high seas, navigated into Chinese ...
6 days ago · This file photo shows the Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer Suzutsuki entering port in China's Qingdao for an international naval review event in April 2019. (Kyodo) BEIJING (Kyodo) -- A ...
6 days ago · TOKYO - A Japanese navy destroyer made a rare entry into China’s territorial waters near Taiwan earlier in July without notifying China, prompting Beijing to lodge an official complaint.
Jun 26, 2024 · The new destroyer will feature layered air defense capabilities, enabling it to penetrate and operate within adversary A2/AD coverage. It will also support distributed maritime operations (DMO), countering the concentrations and movements of enemy forces.
