- China launched extensive military exercises near Taiwan, involving air, naval, and rocket forces, covering seven zones around the island, making it the largest drill near Taiwan to date.
- Drills include live-fire exercises, simulated strikes on land and sea targets, port blockades, sea-air combat readiness patrols, and coordinated joint operations.
- The exercises, named “Justice Mission 2025,” aim to deter Taiwan independence movements and foreign interference, and showcase China’s ability to encircle the island.
- Taiwan reported detecting 89 Chinese aircraft and 28 naval vessels, marking one of the highest levels of activity in recent years.
- Taiwan placed its military on high alert and conducted rapid-response drills, emphasizing readiness to defend the island and maintain maritime and airspace security.
- The drills disrupted over 100,000 international passengers and led to the cancellation of approximately 80 domestic flights.
China Conducts Largest Military Drills Around Taiwan Amid Rising Tensions
