Chinese Military Launches ‘Combat-Readiness’ Patrols Around Taiwan
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The Chinese military began “combat readiness patrols” around Taiwan on Monday, organizing naval and air forces to encircle the island, according to the People’s Liberation Army’s Eastern Theater Command.
Shi Yi, a spokesperson for the Eastern Theater Command, said warships and aircraft approached Taiwan’s adjacent airspace and waters from multiple directions. The operations are intended to test the troops’ capabilities in rapid maneuvering, multidimensional deployment and systemic containment, Shi said.
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- The Chinese military began "combat readiness patrols" encircling Taiwan with naval and air forces.
- The exercises aim to test rapid maneuvering and multi-dimensional deployment, with live-fire drills scheduled for Tuesday.
- China’s maritime authorities prohibited vessels from seven zones during the drills, citing safety due to military activity.
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