China stages military drills around Taiwan to warn 'external forces' after US, Japan tensions
Summary
China conducted military drills around Taiwan, involving air, navy, and missile units, as a warning against what it calls separatist and external interference. Taiwan responded by placing its forces on alert and criticized China's actions, saying they harm peace. The drills follow Beijing's upset over a potential U.S. arms sale to Taiwan and Japan's statements about its possible military involvement.Key Facts
- China held military exercises near Taiwan with air, navy, and missile units.
- Taiwan called the drills a threat to peace and placed its military on alert.
- Beijing's drills are a response to a potential large U.S. arms sale to Taiwan.
- Japan suggested its military might respond if China acts against Taiwan.
- China claims Taiwan as its territory and opposes Taiwanese independence.
- The drills included practicing sea-air combat and blockade scenarios around Taiwan.
- Taiwan reported 89 Chinese aircraft and drones in its nearby airspace.
- China warned of rocket-firing exercises on Tuesday, affecting international flights.
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