Japan completes refit of second aircraft carrier

Japan's Ministry of Defense has announced the completion of work to refit the JS Izumo into a full-fledged aircraft carrier. The ship has been moved out of dry dock and awaits further modernization, with a final completion date set for 2027. Once finished, the carrier will serve as a base for Japan's fleet of 42 F-35B fighter jets. This marks a significant step in Japan's ongoing military modernization and expansion of its naval power projection capabilities.