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Taiwan begins 5-day military drill with tanks patrolling streets
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- Taiwan launched a five-day military drill to enhance combat readiness against potential Chinese military attacks, with armored vehicles patrolling urban areas like Taoyuan.
- The Immediate Combat Readiness Exercises focus on rapid deployment and realistic scenarios, including live-fire and on-site training, to prepare for sudden escalations in Chinese grey-zone warfare tactics.
- These drills simulate pre-emptive responses to potential Chinese naval or aerial incursions and may include spontaneous exercises reacting to ongoing Chinese military activities.
- China has increased military pressure by sending multiple aircraft, navy ships, and drones toward Taiwan daily, with 23 aircraft and several ships reported near Taiwan during the drill’s start.
- Taiwan continues to strengthen its defense amid China's claims over the island, recently conducting its own rocket exercises targeting Chinese territory for the first time in June.
