Taiwan detects 7 Chinese sorties, 6 vessels; 2 cross median line

• Taiwan detected 7 Chinese aircraft and 6 naval vessels around its waters on Wednesday.
• Two of the 7 Chinese aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.
• On Tuesday, Taiwan detected 8 Chinese aircraft and 6 vessels, with two aircraft crossing the median line.
• A former US defense official supported Japanese PM Takaichi's remarks about Japan potentially assisting Taiwan if China attacks.
• China reacted angrily to Takaichi's comments, implementing retaliatory measures against Japan.

Why It Matters: China's military actions near Taiwan heighten regional conflict risks.