China conducts live-fire military drills near Taiwan.

China conducted massive live-fire drills near Taiwan, featuring rockets, warships, aircraft, and military pressure, as tensions escalated following a U.S. arms sale to Taipei. The “Justice Mission 2025” exercise included ground forces, naval vessels, fighter jets, drones, and artillery across seven maritime zones. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry reported Chinese rockets landing within its 24-nautical-mile line, prompting a high alert and readiness for rapid-response exercises. China considers Taiwan its territory, while Taiwan asserts its right to self-determination.

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