China and Egypt Conduct First-Ever Joint Military Drill Near Israeli Border

In a significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics, China and Egypt launched their first joint military exercise near the Israeli border, a move closely watched by Israeli defense officials. The drill, titled “Eagles of Civilization 2025,” began Sunday at Wadi Abu Rish Air Base, about 100 kilometers west of the Gulf of Suez, and is scheduled to run through mid-May.

The operation involves advanced Chinese J-10C fighter jets, KJ-500 early warning aircraft, and refueling planes, alongside Egyptian MiG-29s, making it the first overseas deployment of China’s KJ-500, a strategic asset comparable to Russia’s A-50.

Chinese and Egyptian defense ministries described the drill as a move to “deepen military cooperation and trust”, while Israeli observers and Western analysts see a more complex strategic picture.

“This is a reminder that our partners have options,” said Gen. Joseph Votel, former U.S. CENTCOM commander. “China is positioning itself as a viable military supplier and strategic partner.”

China and Egypt Conduct First-Ever Joint Military Drill Near Israeli Border

Beijing’s growing regional footprint raises concerns in Jerusalem as foreign powers increase military presence in Sinai.

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[KMendel]

Seeing as how this is so close to Israel's border, it sounds like a threat to me..............

 

[TCC]

In a significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics, China and Egypt launched their first joint military exercise near the Israeli border, a move closely watched by Israeli defense officials. The drill, titled “Eagles of Civilization 2025,” began Sunday at Wadi Abu Rish Air Base, about 100 kilometers west of the Gulf of Suez, and is scheduled to run through mid-May.

The operation involves advanced Chinese J-10C fighter jets, KJ-500 early warning aircraft, and refueling planes, alongside Egyptian MiG-29s, making it the first overseas deployment of China’s KJ-500, a strategic asset comparable to Russia’s A-50.

Chinese and Egyptian defense ministries described the drill as a move to “deepen military cooperation and trust”, while Israeli observers and Western analysts see a more complex strategic picture.

“This is a reminder that our partners have options,” said Gen. Joseph Votel, former U.S. CENTCOM commander. “China is positioning itself as a viable military supplier and strategic partner.”

China and Egypt Conduct First-Ever Joint Military Drill Near Israeli Border

Beijing’s growing regional footprint raises concerns in Jerusalem as foreign powers increase military presence in Sinai.

israfan.com

Which would make sense maybe why Trump would want Cananda.

 

[Andiamo]

This doesn’t sound good at all.

 

[Ghoti Ichthus]

So long as WEST of Suez, not particularly alarmed, as Egypt and USSR have done this for a very long time.

The newest Chinese AC will provide intel capabilities the Egyptians don't have themselves.

The bigger concern is if the Egyptians and other islamic countries attempt to push Israel into the sea and the Chinese there for the "exercise" join in.
Regardless, God has this, so the outcome is the same, regardless of how many evil neighbors cooperate and TRY.

Wonder if this would embolden Gog/USSR. Especially if the Rapture occurred or something happened to President Trump. Lots of possibilities in Vatican City that have nothing to do with the Pope's funeral.

 

[KMendel]

I agree, Ghotti............ Everything seems to be lining up for something in this week alone.
It's all coming together quickly for so many possibilities in so many areas.
And, yes........we know Who has the victory...........no matter what.
Certainly interesting and exciting times..........

 

[CarlA]

China's deals always sound good until the money stops flowing in. Then the country starts to see what they have to give to get their freedom back!

 

[Margery]

Still puzzling what happens to China- because even the bits in Revelation that people point to, don't actually refer to China. One is a demonic army (the 200 million) and then the second reference is the Tigris and Euphrates drying up so the kings plural (not singular) of the east can march towards Jerusalem and the final siege at the end of the Trib.

Because of the puzzling absence of China (like the absence of the USA) it speaks to something happening- who knows what or when that takes them out from being a world power or influence. Unless they come in with Gog in Ezek 38 as extras in the many people with you phrase. Even then it's an argument from silence.

China isn't in with the Gog Magog gang unless that is how they arrive. Yet they are tight allies of Russia, and Iran and even Turkey right now- all the combatants of Gog Magog.

 

[1LoverofGod]

Still puzzling what happens to China- because even the bits in Revelation that people point to, don't actually refer to China. One is a demonic army (the 200 million) and then the second reference is the Tigris and Euphrates drying up so the kings plural (not singular) of the east can march towards Jerusalem and the final siege at the end of the Trib.

Because of the puzzling absence of China (like the absence of the USA) it speaks to something happening- who knows what or when that takes them out from being a world power or influence. Unless they come in with Gog in Ezek 38 as extras in the many people with you phrase. Even then it's an argument from silence.

China isn't in with the Gog Magog gang unless that is how they arrive. Yet they are tight allies of Russia, and Iran and even Turkey right now- all the combatants of Gog Magog.

I've wondered about China as well. I know that WW1 and WW2 are not mentioned in the Bible. The 6 day war of Israel is not in the Bible either.
Maybe China is involved in a war that comes with the second seal, the Red Horseman that takes peace from the world?
It is puzzling

 

[Margery]

I've wondered about China as well. I know that WW1 and WW2 are not mentioned in the Bible. The 6 day war of Israel is not in the Bible either.
Maybe China is involved in a war that comes with the second seal, the Red Horseman that takes peace from the world?
It is puzzling

6 day war is, but it's a numbers thing - Kind of like the Sir Robert Anderson calculation based on Daniel that arrives at Palm Sunday with Jesus triumphal entry. I forget exactly how and where it goes, but once you know the end date, it does show up - it couldn't be used to predict the 6 day war though, unlike the Palm Sunday date which Jesus lamented over because they should have known the day of their visitation.

 

[1LoverofGod]

6 day war is, but it's a numbers thing - Kind of like the Sir Robert Anderson calculation based on Daniel that arrives at Palm Sunday with Jesus triumphal entry. I forget exactly how and where it goes, but once you know the end date, it does show up - it couldn't be used to predict the 6 day war though, unlike the Palm Sunday date which Jesus lamented over because they should have known the day of their visitation.

Cool. I wasn't aware of that prophecy about the six day war.

 

[Margery]

Cool. I wasn't aware of that prophecy about the six day war.

I'll try to remember to look it up for you. Ken Johnson was the one that made me aware of it. He's written so many books now, and done so many teaching videos that its the veritable needle in the haystack to find something he said. But I think I know where to begin to look.

 

[1LoverofGod]

Egypt signals to US it has options after first air drill with China​

(May 2, 2025 / JNS)

A recent joint Egyptian-Chinese first-ever joint air force exercise held in Egypt likely contains messages to the United States and should be closely monitored by Israel, Israeli observers have told JNS.


Egypt announced on April 19, 2025, the commencement of the “Eagles of Civilization 2025,” which brought together multirole fighter jets and other types of aircraft from both countries in Egyptian airspace.

While official Egyptian sources did not detail the specific aircraft involved, Chinese state media outlet CCTV confirmed China’s participation with J-10C multirole fighters and aired footage on April 19 showing a J-10C flying alongside an Egyptian MiG-29 over the Wadi Abu Rish air base, located southeast of Cairo.

Egypt signals to US it has options after first air drill with China

The recent Eagles of Civilization 2025 exercise does not pose an immediate threat to Israel, observers say.

www.jns.org

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