Taiwan detects 8 PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels; 2 crossed median line

• Taiwan's MND detected 8 PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels around its territory on Tuesday.
• Two PLA aircraft sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ.
• Taiwan reported similar PLA and PLAN activity on Monday and Sunday, including median line crossings.
• Former US official Ely Ratner supported Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's stance on Japan potentially aiding Taiwan's defense.
• Takaichi's statement that a Taiwan crisis could threaten Japan's survival and lead to military action angered China.

Why It Matters: China's military actions near Taiwan increase regional conflict potential.