China stages drills around Taiwan to deter 'external' forces

Deutsche WellePublished: Dec 29, 2025 3:14 AM

China announced "major" military exercises around Taiwan on Monday amid rising tensions with Japan over the status of the self-governing island that Beijing claims as its territory.

The military exercises, named "Just Mission 2025," will involve live-fire drills starting on Tuesday, China's military said.

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