F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong: Sensitive components of the US-made F-35 fighter jet were reportedly diverted to Hong Kong while being shipped from Australia to the United States for repairs, prompting an investigation and congressional briefings over concerns that classified technology could potentially have come within China's reach.
According to a Politico report, the shipment was rerouted while crossing the Pacific, citing three people familiar with the matter. The Pentagon has confirmed that some F-35 components went missing. However, it remains unclear why the shipment was diverted or who currently possesses the parts.
