Airlines alerted as Chinese navy conducts live fire drills off Australia's east coast

Australia's air traffic control has warned airlines about live fire exercises conducted by a Chinese navy task group off the east coast. This follows the group's recent entry into Australia's maritime approaches. Qantas and Jetstar are adjusting some flights in response to the situation. The Chinese task group, which includes a frigate and cruiser, is being monitored by Australian and New Zealand forces. Australia's Foreign Minister stated that the exercises are taking place in international waters. Discussions with China regarding the exercises and their transparency are ongoing.