It was the warship's second such operation in the disputed waters this week, but this time challenging Vietnam's maritime claims.
The "FONOP" sought to challenge China, Vietnam and Taiwan's territorial claims near the Spratly Islands
The guided-missile destroyer John S. McCain is "trespassing" in South China Sea says PLA.
It's at least the third such operation this year challenging Venezuela's maritime claims.
The aircraft carrier and its strike group steamed into the restive waters on Friday.
The operation sought to challenge "excessive maritime claims" by Venezuela, the command said.
The guided-missile destroyer Ralph Johnson steamed near the disputed Spratly Islands Tuesday.
The move comes amid heightened tensions between the countries.
Sunday's target was Fiery Cross Reef, officials said.
A simmering South China Sea heats up.
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