China conducts live-fire military drills near Taiwan's Pingtan islands, following President Xi's call for wartime readiness.

China has initiated live-fire military drills near Taiwan's Pingtan islands, following recent large-scale exercises and President Xi Jinping's call for wartime readiness. The drills, set for October 22, are perceived as a show of force amid growing tensions, with Taiwan's Defense Ministry closely monitoring the situation. In response, the U.S. and Germany have conducted "freedom of navigation" operations in the Taiwan Strait, emphasizing their support for Taiwan.

October 21, 2024
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