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Taiwan reports over 100 Chinese warplanes and nine navy ships around its territory, describing it as a “recent high,” raising concerns about regional security and urging China to halt such actions.
Taiwan detected 39 Chinese warplanes and an aircraft carrier near the island. Tensions rise as the US and allies conduct “freedom of navigation” crossings in the area, angering Beijing.