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Taipei | July 24, 2026 7:27:15 AM IST
Taiwan on Friday detected 8 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels and 4 official ships operating around its territory.

The details were shared by Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence in a post on X.

According to the MND, "8 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels and 4 official ships operating around Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 6 out of 8 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, southwestern and eastern part ADIZ. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded.

https://x.com/MoNDefense/status/2080458321048518981?s=20

On Thursday recorded heightened Chinese military activity, with 21 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels and 2 official ships operating around its territory.

The details were shared by the MND in a post on X.It said, "21 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels and 2 official ships operating around Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 20 out of 21 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern part ADIZ. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded."

While on Wednesday, the MND recorded 12 sorties of PLA aircraft, 10 PLAN vessels and 7 official ships operating around Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8). It said that 11 out of 12 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, southwestern and eastern part ADIZ. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded.

Meanwhile on July 3, China said it hoped the US would handle Taiwan-related issues with extra prudence, as it has far-reaching implications.

Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, said that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, in his conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, talked about the need to remove disruptions, overcome obstacles, and stay firmly on the right course.

China's claim over Taiwan is a complex issue rooted in historical, political, and legal arguments. Beijing asserts that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China, a viewpoint embedded in national policy and upheld by domestic laws and international statements.

Taiwan, however, maintains a distinct identity, functioning independently with its government, military, and economy. Taiwan's status remains a significant point of international debate, testing the principles of sovereignty, self-determination, and non-interference in international law, as per the United Service Institution of India.

China's claim to Taiwan originates from the Qing Dynasty's annexation of the island in 1683 after defeating Ming loyalist Koxinga. (ANI)

 
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