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Chinese Jets Harass U.K. Carrier Group in Taiwan Strait

10/1/2025

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The U.K. Carrier Strike Group, including HMS Richmond, reports Chinese fighter jets simulated missile attacks near ships in Taiwan Strait.
Officers say the Chinese actions were intended to harass and test boundaries, with no expectation of actual missiles.
The U.K. maintains freedom of navigation in waters, including Taiwan Strait, as Operation Highmast ends in December after eight months.

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The U.K. Carrier Strike Group, including HMS Richmond, reports Chinese fighter jets simulated missile attacks near ships in Taiwan Strait.
Officers say the Chinese actions were intended to harass and test boundaries, with no expectation of actual missiles.
The U.K. maintains freedom of navigation in waters, including Taiwan Strait, as Operation Highmast ends in December after eight months.