US Slams China's Taiwan 'War Games' as Unnecessary, Urges Restraint

• US State Department criticized China's military drills around Taiwan, calling them "unnecessary" and urging Beijing to "cease its military pressure."
• China launched missiles, jets, and ships, encircling Taiwan and simulating a blockade of its ports, which Taipei condemned as "highly provocative."
• The US supports peace in the Taiwan Strait and opposes unilateral changes to the status quo, while urging meaningful dialogue.
• Former US President Donald Trump downplayed concerns, stating he doesn't believe Xi Jinping will invade and views the exercises as routine.
• These drills follow a US $11 billion arms package for Taiwan and are the sixth major maneuver since Nancy Pelosi's 2022 visit.

Why It Matters: US condemns China's Taiwan drills, urging restraint and dialogue amid rising tensions.