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30-12-2025
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China Conducts Military Drills Around Taiwan Amid Tensions

Date: 30-12-2025
Sources: cbsnews.com: 2 | news.sky.com: 1 | nytimes.com: 1 | scmp.com: 2 | theguardian.com: 1
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Source: scmp.com

Image content: The image presents a split-screen visual, with a map on the left and a photograph on the right. **Map (Left):** * The map appears to be a satellite image of Taiwan and its surrounding waters. * Five red-outlined white boxes are superimposed over the map, likely indicating specific locations or areas of interest. * A yellow and blue rectangle is visible in the top-left corner. **Photograph (Right):** * The photograph shows the deck of a naval vessel firing a weapon. * The deck is gray, with yellow lines marking the area around the weapon. * People are present on the deck, some of whom appear to be operating the weapon. * A large cloud of smoke is emitted from the weapon as it fires. The image is likely related to a news broadcast, as indicated by the "CCTV" logo at the bottom. The CCTV logo along with some Chinese characters are displayed at the bottom of the image.

Summary

China has launched large-scale live-fire military drills around Taiwan, involving naval vessels, aircraft, and rocket troops, in response to recent US arms sales to Taiwan and perceived provocations by pro-independence forces. The drills have been condemned by Taiwan and have raised concerns from the US and Japan. US President Donald Trump has downplayed the significance of the drills, citing his rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Key Points

  • China's military drills around Taiwan involve live-fire exercises, destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers, and drones.
  • The drills are seen as a response to recent US arms sales to Taiwan and perceived provocations by pro-independence forces.
  • Taiwan's defense ministry has detected numerous Chinese naval vessels, coast guard ships, and war planes around the island.
  • The US and Japan have expressed concerns over China's actions, with Japan's Prime Minister indicating her country could aid Taiwan if China attacked.
  • US President Donald Trump has downplayed the significance of the drills, citing his rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Articles in this Cluster

China launches 2 days of live-fire military drills around Taiwan, prompting "rapid response exercise" by Taipei - CBS News

30-12-2025

China launched live-fire military drills around Taiwan, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing's 'military intimidation.' The drills, code-named 'Justice Mission 2025,' involve destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers, and drones, and are seen as a response to a recent US arms sale to Taiwan. Taiwan's military responded with a 'rapid response exercise,' and the US and Japan have expressed concerns over China's actions.
Entities: China, Taiwan, United States, Japan, People's Liberation Army • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform

Indonesian rescuers find body during search for missing Spanish soccer coach and 3 children - CBS News

30-12-2025

Indonesian rescuers have recovered the body of a female victim believed to be a member of the family of Spanish soccer coach Fernando Martín, who went missing along with three of his children after a tour boat sank near Komodo National Park. The boat carrying Martín, his wife, their four children, four crew members, and a local guide sank on Friday evening after suffering engine failure. Martín's wife and one child were rescued, along with the crew members and the local guide. The search operation, involving over 100 personnel, police, and navy, continues for the remaining missing family members. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and the Valencia CF football club has expressed condolences.
Entities: Fernando Martín, Valencia CF, Komodo National Park, Indonesia, Spain • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform

Chinese aircraft and navy conduct drills around Taiwan in warning against 'external interference' | World News | Sky News

30-12-2025

China has conducted military drills around Taiwan, involving aircraft, navy, and rocket troops, as a warning against 'external interference' and 'Taiwan independence' separatist forces. The drills come after Beijing expressed anger at US weapons sales to Taiwan and a statement from Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who said her military could get involved if China were to take action against Taiwan. Taiwan's defence ministry detected 89 Chinese military aircraft and drones, with 67 entering Taiwan's response area, and placed its forces on alert. The Chinese government continues to insist that Taiwan must come under its rule, despite Taiwan having operated with its own government since 1949.
Entities: China, Taiwan, Japan, US, Sanae Takaichi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform

With Artillery and Warships, China Practices Blockading Taiwan - The New York Times

30-12-2025

China has intensified military exercises around Taiwan, firing long-range artillery into waters off the island and practicing repelling an approaching enemy force. The exercises, called 'Justice Mission 2025,' demonstrate China's ability to isolate Taiwan and warn other countries against supporting the island's democracy. The drills come after the US released details of proposed arms sales to Taiwan and Japan's new prime minister indicated her country could aid Taiwan if China attacked. Experts believe China is trying to intimidate Japan and demonstrate its military capabilities.
Entities: China, Taiwan, People's Liberation Army, Xi Jinping, Japan • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform

Beijing threatens to block ships carrying US arms as PLA holds more drills near Taiwan | South China Morning Post

30-12-2025

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) is conducting large-scale drills around Taiwan for the second day, including live-firing exercises to the north and south of the island. The mainland China's coastguard has threatened to block cargo ships carrying US-made weapons to Taiwan. The PLA's Eastern Theatre Command stated that the exercises simulate attacks on maritime targets and include anti-air and anti-submarine operations. Taiwan's defence ministry reported that shells fell near the 24-nautical-mile line, the island's self-defined contiguous zone. The drills are seen as a show of military strength by China in the region.
Entities: People's Liberation Army, Taiwan, China, US, PLA's Eastern Theatre Command • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform

Trump ‘not worried’ about Beijing’s military drills around Taiwan | South China Morning Post

30-12-2025

US President Donald Trump has downplayed Beijing's recent large-scale military drills around Taiwan, describing them as 'routine activities' that have occurred for '20-25 years'. Trump expressed no concern over the escalation, citing his personal rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The drills, code-named 'Justice Mission 2025', involved live-fire exercises in waters and airspace around Taiwan.
Entities: Donald Trump, Beijing, Taiwan, Xi Jinping, Benjamin Netanyahu • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform

Trump not worried by China’s simulated attack on Taiwan, he says, as live-fire drills enter second day | China | The Guardian

30-12-2025

US President Donald Trump has expressed no concern over China's live-fire military drills surrounding Taiwan, stating he has a 'great relationship' with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The drills, which entered their second day, involve destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers, drones, and long-range missiles, and are seen as a response to recent US arms sales to Taiwan and perceived provocations by pro-independence forces. Taiwan's defense ministry detected numerous Chinese naval vessels, coast guard ships, and war planes around the island. China's actions are viewed as an attempt to intimidate Taiwan into 'peaceful reunification' and a warning to the US and Japan.
Entities: Donald Trump, China, Taiwan, Xi Jinping, People's Liberation Army • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform