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China's Drills Spark Chaos: 130 Aircraft Ground Flights in Taiwan

12/30/2025

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PLA Conducts Drills

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted extensive live-fire drills around Taiwan as part of "Justice Mission 2025," escalating regional tensions.
The exercises involved naval and aerial maneuvers with 130 aircraft detected near Taiwan.
The Civil Aviation Administration reported significant flight cancellations and delays, affecting over 100,000 passengers.
Taiwan's Defense Minister condemned the actions as provocative, and China criticized Taiwan's government for seeking external support.

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PLA Conducts Drills

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted extensive live-fire drills around Taiwan as part of "Justice Mission 2025," escalating regional tensions.
The exercises involved naval and aerial maneuvers with 130 aircraft detected near Taiwan.
The Civil Aviation Administration reported significant flight cancellations and delays, affecting over 100,000 passengers.
Taiwan's Defense Minister condemned the actions as provocative, and China criticized Taiwan's government for seeking external support.

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