Former President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping took part in a tense, high-stakes conversation as China delivered a sharp warning to the U.S. over arms sales to Taiwan-underscoring escalating tensions in the region, Bloomberg reports
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Japan’s former minister Takaichi delivered a powerful warning: an attack on American forces in Taiwan could shatter the US-Japan alliance. She also stressed that Tokyo is unlikely to intervene, underscoring the rising tensions heating up the region
A recent U.S. strike on Venezuela has sent shockwaves through global politics, catapulting China’s daring advances toward Taiwan into the global spotlight. Experts warn this development could dramatically escalate tensions and amplify geopolitical risks throughout the Indo-Pacific region
Chinese military drills encircling Taiwan intensified for a second straight day Wednesday, delivering a sharp warning to “external forces” amid rising tensions. These powerful exercises highlight China’s unwavering determination to assert its claims over Taiwan’s sovereignty
China’s President Xi Jinping boldly declared Taiwan reunification “unstoppable,” as a wave of intense military drills encircles the island. These massive exercises and troop buildups underscore rising tensions in the region, reports Tom’s Hardware
The PLA has unleashed powerful military drills around Taiwan in response to a recent US arms deal, delivering a stark warning to separatists eyeing independence. These high-stakes exercises underscore Beijing’s escalating pressure amid growing regional tensions
Opinion | Japan’s evolving stance on Taiwan is reshaping global perspectives as tensions soar across East Asia. This daring pivot challenges long-standing diplomatic norms and signals the beginning of a transformative era in regional security
FO° Exclusive: Tensions over Taiwan are skyrocketing, igniting a fierce rivalry between China and Japan. With military maneuvers intensifying and diplomatic clashes growing sharper, these neighboring giants edge closer to a potential showdown in the East China Sea
Japan has strongly denied Al Jazeera’s claim that former U.S. President Trump advised Prime Minister Takaichi to steer clear of provoking China over Taiwan. Tokyo is adamant that no such conversation ever took place between the two leaders
China’s Xi Jinping recently held a significant conversation with former US President Donald Trump about Taiwan’s future, underscoring Beijing’s unwavering stance amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait, The Guardian reports
Beijing has fiercely condemned Japan’s recent missile deployment near Taiwan as “extremely dangerous,” accusing Tokyo of stoking regional tensions. This provocative action intensifies security concerns amid escalating instability across the Taiwan Strait
Japan’s growing support for Taiwan has sparked a fierce backlash from China, sending diplomatic tensions soaring to unprecedented levels. Beijing views Tokyo’s stance as a bold challenge to its sovereignty, fueling nationalist passions and intensifying regional instability
China dramatically increased its military drills near Taiwan on November 21, 2025, heightening tensions across the region. The Institute for the Study of War warns that this sharp escalation could destabilize the area and put significant pressure on global diplomatic ties
Under a potential Takaichi administration, Japan’s Taiwan policy might boldly shift gears, placing greater emphasis on strengthening security and forging closer ties with the U.S. and Taiwan. As regional tensions rise, this signals a move toward a more dynamic and assertive approach in the near future
China may opt for a blockade rather than a full-scale invasion to pressure Taiwan, seeking to cut off supply routes and isolate the island economically and militarily. Experts remain divided on the feasibility of this approach and how the world might respond
China emphatically reaffirmed that the Taiwan issue is an exclusively internal matter, delivering a sharp rebuttal to former U.S. President Trump’s comments. Beijing highlighted its steadfast commitment to national sovereignty and issued a powerful warning against any attempts at foreign interference
China’s military has initiated live-fire exercises near Taiwan, marking a significant escalation in its ongoing blockade drills. This move raises tensions in the region, prompting concerns over the potential for increased confrontations in the Taiwan Strait.
Observers are raising concerns over escalating tensions in the South China Sea and Taiwan, as US allies strengthen their ties amid regional uncertainties. Increased military maneuvers and strategic partnerships could heighten risks of confrontation in the area.
Taiwan has rejected China’s complaint regarding a recent collision between a Taiwanese navy ship and a fishing trawler. Officials asserted that the incident occurred in Taiwan’s waters, emphasizing their commitment to safeguarding national interests at sea.
China has labeled recent military drills around Taiwan as “routine,” amid rising tensions. In response, Taipei has reported a significant uptick in Chinese military activities, heightening concerns over regional stability and the potential for conflict.