Taiwan's National Defense Ministry reported the detection of six Chinese balloons over a 24-hour period, the highest daily figure recently recorded. The balloons were observed flying at altitudes between 16,000 and 20,000 feet. In addition to the balloons, Taiwan also spotted nine Chinese military aircraft and several navy ships nearby, underscoring growing military activity from Beijing. Taiwan refers to these balloon incursions as 'grey-zone' harassment, aiming not to provoke outright conflict but to exert pressure for political concessions amid China's claims over Taiwan.
Taiwan's National Defense Ministry reported the sighting of six Chinese balloons within a 24-hour period, marking one of the highest daily figures recorded.
The detected balloons were flying at altitudes of 16,000 to 20,000 feet, contributing to China's ongoing military pressure on Taiwan.
Taiwan describes Chinese balloons as a form of 'grey-zone' harassment, a tactic intended to intimidate without escalating to outright conflict.
A total of nine Chinese military aircraft and six navy ships were also spotted in close proximity to Taiwan, highlighting China's increased military activities.
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