Chinese Warships Head Toward Sensitive Strait Amid Rising Tensions: Taiwan

Taipei reported that a Chinese aircraft carrier group, led by the Liaoning, is sailing toward the Taiwan Strait, a day after Beijing conducted live-fire exercises nearby. This move reflects China’s increased military activity to assert its claims over Taiwan. The Liaoning was spotted near the Pratas Islands, prompting Taiwan’s military to monitor the situation and respond accordingly amid escalating tensions.