China is holding sensitive F-35 stealth fighter components diverted to Hong Kong

China is in possession of sensitive F-35 stealth fighter components after a UPS shipment from Australia to the U.S. was unexpectedly diverted to Hong Kong, according to Bloomberg.

The shipment contained a cockpit canopy and weapons-bay door from an Australian F-35, which were being sent to the U.S. in late May for inspection and possible repair or disposal.

The Pentagon said it is working to recover the components.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-09-23/china-is-holding-sensitive-f-35-parts-diverted-to-hong-kong