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USA shocked by the balloon’s capabilities

Recovery of the balloon hull and first components.
To the Americans, it is clear: The downed Chinese balloon was used for espionage. But with the new findings, there is also growing certainty: The US has long underestimated China’s ambitions and capabilities.
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Michael Radunski
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On Thursday, the US presented new evidence about the suspected Chinese spy balloon downed by US forces off the coast of South Carolina last Sunday. It is now clear that the Chinese balloon was able to intercept communication signals, the State Department announced.

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