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China Condemns US, UK Warships in Taiwan Strait Tensions

9/13/2025

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China condemned the US and UK warships' passage through the Taiwan Strait, calling it "trouble-making and provocation."
The USS Higgins and HMS Richmond were monitored by Chinese naval and air forces during their transit.
The US and UK described the sailing as routine and compliant with international law, asserting their navigational rights.
China views Taiwan as its territory, while Taiwan and allies consider the strait international waters.
Taiwan's policymaker warned of a potential invasion by China, which could destabilize the region.

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China condemned the US and UK warships' passage through the Taiwan Strait, calling it "trouble-making and provocation."
The USS Higgins and HMS Richmond were monitored by Chinese naval and air forces during their transit.
The US and UK described the sailing as routine and compliant with international law, asserting their navigational rights.
China views Taiwan as its territory, while Taiwan and allies consider the strait international waters.
Taiwan's policymaker warned of a potential invasion by China, which could destabilize the region.