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Beijing’s Show of Force: China Launches Major Drills Around Taiwan

  A ship fires a weapon during drills east of Taiwan in this screenshot from a video released by the Eastern Theater Command of China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) on Dec. 29, 2025. China has initiated large‑scale military exercises around Taiwan, framing the operation as a direct warning to what it calls separatist forces and foreign supporters. The drills, conducted by the Eastern Theatre Command, involve naval vessels, fighter jets, and missile units operating across multiple zones encircling the island. According to Chinese military statements, the exercises are designed to test joint combat readiness and simulate scenarios such as blockades and precision strikes. The move follows heightened tensions over international engagement with Taiwan, including recent arms sales and diplomatic exchanges that Beijing views as challenges to its sovereignty claims. Taiwan’s defense ministry denounced the drills as coercive and destabilizing, placing its military on alert and trac...
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Red Sea Crisis: Civilian Ship Crew Evacuated After Fatal Houthi Attack

 

In a tragic turn of events, the Red Sea has witnessed its first civilian casualties due to the escalating Houthi attacks. A commercial vessel, targeted by a missile, resulted in the death of three crew members, prompting an urgent evacuation by the Indian Navy. The attack marks a significant escalation in the conflict, underscoring the dangers faced by civilian seafarers in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.

The vessel, identified as the Barbados-flagged True Confidence, was operating about 50 nautical miles off the port of Aden when it was struck. The Indian Navy’s swift action ensured the safety of the remaining crew, who were taken to a hospital in Djibouti. The international community has expressed outrage over the attack, calling for immediate action to protect innocent lives and maintain the security of critical maritime routes.

This incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of commercial shipping in the region and the potential impact on global trade. With the Houthis continuing their campaign, the call for decisive measures to safeguard seafarers and ensure the free flow of commerce has never been more urgent.

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