China Ends Largest Military Drills Around Taiwan with 111 Aircraft, a Dozen Vessels

May 25, 2024, 05:17 AM

China has concluded two days of military exercises around Taiwan, which involved simulating attacks with bombers and practicing boarding ships. Taiwan's Defense Ministry reported a significant surge in Chinese warplanes and warships during the drills, with approximately 111 aircraft and a dozen vessels participating. The exercises, the largest in a year, were confirmed to have ended by Chinese state media. Beijing says the maneuvers have officially ended.