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China's 'Justice Mission 2025' Drills Spark Taiwan Tensions

1/3/2026

Summary

Story summary

The People's Republic of China (PRC) conducted extensive drills around Taiwan, named 'Justice Mission 2025'.
The PRC deployed 130 aircraft and numerous naval vessels around Taiwan, with some rockets landing in waters near Taiwan.
Beijing says the drills respond to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te condemned the actions as provocations undermining regional stability.
The exercises disrupted air traffic, affecting thousands of passengers.

History

Historical Context

The Taiwan Strait Crisis began in 1995 when China conducted military exercises, including over 100 missile tests aimed at Taiwan, escalating tensions. In 2022, following U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, China resumed similar drills, marking a pattern of military posturing that threatens regional stability. The ongoing exercises, such as 'Justice Mission 2025', reflect the enduring volatility in cross-strait relations and the potential for conflict.

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Story summary

The People's Republic of China (PRC) conducted extensive drills around Taiwan, named 'Justice Mission 2025'.
The PRC deployed 130 aircraft and numerous naval vessels around Taiwan, with some rockets landing in waters near Taiwan.
Beijing says the drills respond to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te condemned the actions as provocations undermining regional stability.
The exercises disrupted air traffic, affecting thousands of passengers.

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