Tensions are rising again around Taiwan. China just ran big military drills near the island, sending a record 130 warplanes in two days.
Taiwan’s defense team spotted these planes from early Monday to Tuesday morning on December 30, 2025. They also saw 14 navy ships and 8 other government boats from China.
The drills, called “Justice Mission 2025,” lasted two days. Chinese forces practiced blocking key ports like Keelung and Kaohsiung. They fired live rockets from Pingtan Island and did fake attacks on sea targets.
Planes included fighters, bombers, and even stealth J-20 jets. Ships like destroyers and frigates joined in.
Taiwan called it intimidation. Their Ministry of Defense said China is hurting peace in the area and messing with global sea and air paths.
President Lai Ching-te spoke out on social media. He said Taiwan does not want to start fights or make things worse.
From China’s side, a military spokesperson called the drills a strong warning to “Taiwan independence” groups. They said it protects their country’s unity.
China’s foreign minister pointed to U.S. weapon sales to Taiwan and recent comments from Japan as reasons. He said they must fight back hard.
This comes after more U.S. arms deals and talks about Japan helping if force is used against Taiwan.
China sees Taiwan as its own land and has not ruled out using force. Taiwan says no and keeps watching closely.
The world is watching these moves. Many worry about stability in the region. Drills like this happen often, but this one was one of the biggest.
People in Taiwan stay alert. Leaders promise to defend the island. On the other side, China keeps showing its power.
Will this lead to more calm or bigger problems? For now, the skies and seas around Taiwan stay busy and tense.
These events remind us how fragile peace can be in this part of the world. Everyone hopes talks can help ease the strain.