China Launches Massive Drills Around Taiwan, Warns Against Independence

• China initiated "Justice Mission 2025" live-fire military drills around Taiwan, days before 2025 ends, as a "stern warning" against 'Taiwan independence' and "external interference forces".
• The drills involved naval, air force, rocket forces, and Coast Guard, focusing on combat readiness, superiority, blockade, and deterrence.
• Taiwan reported a record 89 Chinese military aircraft and 28 warships near its shores on Monday, condemning Beijing's actions as destructive to peace.
• China designated five large zones for further live-fire activities on Tuesday, advising no entry for safety.
• These drills are part of China's ongoing 'One China' policy enforcement, following similar exercises in April, May 2024, October 2024, August 2023, April 2023, August 2022, and 1996.

Why It Matters: China escalates military pressure on Taiwan with large-scale drills, warning against independence.