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China's PLA Showcases Hypersonic Weapons in New Training

1/6/2026

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The People's Liberation Army (PLA) began its annual training on January 6, 2026, and showcased hypersonic strike capabilities.
State media said the PLA resumed combat-readiness training after a holiday break.
The Pentagon highlighted China's hypersonic arsenal, including the DF-17, designed to evade defenses and target U.S. military assets in the Pacific.
The training followed a blockade-style drill around Taiwan, signaling Beijing's aim to assert control over the self-ruled island.

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Story summary

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) began its annual training on January 6, 2026, and showcased hypersonic strike capabilities.
State media said the PLA resumed combat-readiness training after a holiday break.
The Pentagon highlighted China's hypersonic arsenal, including the DF-17, designed to evade defenses and target U.S. military assets in the Pacific.
The training followed a blockade-style drill around Taiwan, signaling Beijing's aim to assert control over the self-ruled island.