The Australian military is carrying out “freedom of navigation” flights over disputed islands in the South China Sea, the BBC has uncovered.

In November, US B-52 bombers flew over the area angering China. The US insists on its right to make such flights.In a recent civilian flight, a BBC team intercepted radio communications showing the Australian military is also operating such flights in the area. Australia’s defence department confirmed the flights to the BBC.

Source: Australia conducting ‘freedom of navigation’ flights in South China Sea – BBC News