Russia and China's growing proximity has become a major cause of worry for the United States. Massive economic sanctions imposed by Western countries have had little impact on Russian President Vladimir Putin's ambitions. Meanwhile, China has started flexing its military muscle, sending a clear signal that the U.S. should better avoid meddling into China's affairs. The biggest ever joint naval exercise between Russia and China Russia and China recently concluded joint naval exercises in the Sea of Japan, just 250 miles off the coast of Japan. About 22 submarines, warships and other vessels, and at least 20 aircraft participated in the exercises. It was the largest ever joint naval exercise between Russia and China. It focused mainly on amphibious assault drills, air defense... More