"China has reportedly amassed a formidable arsenal of 100,000 naval mines, creating a significant deterrent against U.S. naval forces in the Pacific. These mines, ranging from simple contact types to sophisticated influence variants, are strategically positioned to protect Chinese waters and assert control over contested regions like the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. By leveraging this extensive mine arsenal, China aims to engage in asymmetric warfare, countering the superior capabilities of the U.S. Navy with hazardous maritime zones that threaten operations and could endanger vessels, including aircraft carriers. This development highlights the evolving dynamics of maritime security and rising tensions in the region." #shorts
