Latest "USS Decatur" stories

This is what the 7th Fleet’s Sawyer had to say about China

His words echo recent concerns voiced by U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

4 years ago

Two Navy warships sailed through disputed South China Sea waters on Monday

The latest freedom of navigation operation is designed to show China that it can't lay claim to international waters.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

4 years ago

Senator: Chinese buildup in South China Sea like ‘preparing for World War III’

U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe's comment came during a hearing Tuesday on China and Russia

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

4 years ago

The US Navy’s top officer to go to China

The three-day visit with Chinese military leaders aims to exchange views during a time of friction between the two countries.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

4 years ago

‘We’ll see how frightened America is’ — Chinese admiral says sinking US carriers key to dominating South China Sea

"What the United States fears the most is taking casualties,” the admiral said.

4 years ago

Carrier Ronald Reagan in Hong Kong after bombers buzz South China Sea

The arrival of the carrier Ronald Reagan and its strike group in the Asian financial hub is being seen as a friendly gesture ahead of a planned meeting later this month between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

4 years ago