China Conducts Military Exercises near Taiwan: 'Irrational and Provocative Action'

taipei - China has started military exercises in the Taiwan Strait as a warning against the 'separatist actions of the Taiwanese independence forces'. Taiwan condemns China's actions as 'irrational and provocative'.

China began military exercises in the Taiwan Strait on Monday, sending a clear warning to the Taiwanese independence forces. The operation, named Joint Sword-2024B, involves ships and aircraft, but its duration is uncertain.

Taiwan, a democratically governed region, considers the exercises as a threat from China. President Lai Ching-te recently stated that China does not have the right to represent Taiwan, leading to increased tensions.

The exercises are taking place in the Taiwan Strait and surrounding areas. The Taiwanese Ministry of Defense criticized China's actions as 'irrational and provocative' and vowed to protect Taiwan's freedom, democracy, and sovereignty.