Taiwan dispatches forces as China holds live-fire drills DW 02/26/2025
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Taiwan's Defense Ministry reported that it deployed naval, air, and land forces in reaction to China's recent live-fire drills near the island. The drills were criticized as a unilateral provocation that jeopardized the safety of international flights and maritime vessels. In conjunction with these exercises, a Chinese Communist Party leader emphasized the need for a firm push for reunification with Taiwan. This incident escalates tensions amid ongoing concerns about the U.S.'s commitment to Taiwan's defense in the face of Chinese aggression.
Taiwan dispatched its naval, air, and land forces in response to China's "live-fire" drills, condemning the unexpected exercise as a blatant provocation.
China's military drills off the coast of Taiwan have been described as a violation of international norms, posing a significant danger to regional security.
A leader of the Communist Party urged for a stronger focus on China's reunification efforts, asserting the need for control over cross-strait relations.
The US's role in the Taiwan-China tension is critical, especially regarding its legal obligation to provide arms for Taiwan's defense.
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