U.S. plans to deploy B-52 bombers to Australia’s north

The United States is planning to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to an air base in northern Australia, the Australian Broadcasting Corp (ABC)
reported on Monday, a move which could further inflame tensions with Beijing.
Dedicated facilities for the bombers will be set up at Australian air force’s remote Tindal base, about 300 km (190 miles) south of Darwin, the capital of Australia’s Northern territory, ABC’s Four Corners programme reported, citing U.S. documents.
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles’ office did not immediately respond to a request seeking comment.
The United States has drawn up detailed plans for what it calls a “squadron operations facility” for use during the Northern Territory dry season, an adjoining maintenance centre and a parking area for the B-52s, the ABC report said.