China encircles Taiwan with planes and ships in ‘stern warning’ to ‘separatists’

China deployed planes and ships around Taiwan in military drills on Monday, issuing a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces. The drills mark the fourth large-scale exercise in two years as Beijing refuses to rule out force in its efforts to control Taiwan. Washington said the drills risk "escalation" as it called on China to act with restraint.

Oct 14, 2024 - 13:05
China encircles Taiwan with planes and ships in ‘stern warning’ to ‘separatists’
China deployed planes and ships around Taiwan in military drills on Monday, issuing a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces. The drills mark the fourth large-scale exercise in two years as Beijing refuses to rule out force in its efforts to control Taiwan. Washington said the drills risk "escalation" as it called on China to act with restraint.