China-U.S. Electronic Warfare Erupts, Seen as China's GPS Interference Rehearsal

China and the U.S. engaged in electronic warfare in the South China Sea, with the U.S. attempting to obstruct a Chinese salvage operation, leading to a standoff. The U.S. deployed electronic reconnaissance and warfare aircraft, while China responded with its own electronic warfare aircraft. The confrontation resulted in disrupted GPS signals in Luzon, affecting communications. This interference is seen as China's rehearsal to counter U.S. land-based missiles by disrupting GPS signals crucial for missile guidance. The disruption could cause missiles to crash or miss targets significantly. China's advanced electronic warfare capabilities are highlighted, with the country's focus on equipping its vessels with electronic countermeasure systems. The incident underscores the evolving electronic warfare dynamics between China and the U.S., prompting the U.S. to enhance its electronic warfare capabilities in response to China's advancements.