WILHELMSHAVEN, Germany -- A German frigate and combat supply ship set sail from Europe to Asia this week in a show of support for allies facing China's "aggressive behavior," with the defense minister not ruling out the prospect of the vessels passing through the Taiwan Strait.
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As China flexes muscle, German Navy sails to Asia to reassure allies
European forces signal combat readiness and pitch weaponry to regional partners
German combat supply ship Frankfurt am Main set off May 7 from Wilhelmshaven on an eight-month journey through the Indo-Pacific. (Photo by Jens Kastner)
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