US demands clarity from allies on their role in potential war over Taiwan, FT reports. This whole situation feels like a request for a status report, but with stakes much higher than a delayed project. The Pentagon, according to the Financial Times, is pressing Japan and Australia for specifics on their involvement should the U.S. and China clash over Taiwan. The urgency is palpable, and the question seems simple enough: “If things go sideways, what do you do?” But the responses are anything but.
That’s because Elbridge Colby, a key figure within the Pentagon, is driving this push. His name pops up again and again, and he’s apparently quite the personality, also known for some policy choices that have, let’s just say, ruffled some feathers among the allies.… Continue reading
The Taiwanese Ministry of National Defence reported the detection of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels operating around Taiwan, including multiple instances of aircraft crossing the median line and entering the Air Defence Identification Zone. Taiwan responded by deploying its own aircraft, naval ships, and coastal missile systems to monitor the situation. These actions are part of a larger pattern of Chinese military activity, which China uses to assert its claims over Taiwan, potentially aiming to intimidate the island and its population. Recently, Taiwan has begun deploying advanced US HIMARS rockets as a demonstration of the island’s resolve to resist a possible Chinese invasion.
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte suggests that if China were to attack Taiwan, Beijing would likely enlist Moscow’s help to keep NATO occupied by opening a second front in Europe. This potential scenario, spurred by escalating fears since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, highlights the need for a strong NATO alliance to deter such actions. The increasing Russian military expenditures and ongoing aggression against Ukraine underscore the urgency for NATO allies to accelerate defense investments. Rutte’s warning emphasizes the importance of immediate action to address Russia’s potential military buildup.
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China’s claim that it can’t “invade” Taiwan because it’s already part of its territory is at the heart of a deeply complex and historically charged disagreement. This justification, reminiscent of justifications used for other conflicts, highlights the core of the issue: a clash over history, identity, and the very definition of what constitutes “China.” The People’s Republic of China (PRC) views Taiwan as a renegade province, a part of its sovereign territory that needs to be reunified, by force if necessary.
This perspective, however, is directly at odds with Taiwan’s own self-identification and historical narrative. The Republic of China (ROC), Taiwan’s official name, maintains that it is the legitimate government of all of China, a claim rooted in the aftermath of the Chinese Civil War.… Continue reading
Taiwan’s president recently stated unequivocally that Taiwan is, of course, a country. This declaration serves as a direct rebuke to China, which considers Taiwan a breakaway province and has consistently threatened military action should the island formally declare independence. The statement’s significance lies in its unambiguous nature; it breaks from the previously more ambiguous official pronouncements from Taiwan, which carefully navigated the complex geopolitical landscape. This assertive stance shifts the dynamics of the Taiwan Strait significantly.
The president’s words represent a bold move, potentially escalating tensions with China. For years, Taiwan has maintained a delicate balance, asserting its own sovereignty while carefully avoiding a direct declaration of independence to lessen the risk of immediate conflict.… Continue reading
On June 20th, 2025, Taiwan’s Defence Ministry reported the detection of 50 Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels near the island. This action follows a British naval vessel’s transit through the Taiwan Strait on June 18th, an event China strongly condemned. The increased military presence around Taiwan reflects China’s ongoing assertion of sovereignty over the island, a claim rejected by Taiwan. This incident represents a significant escalation in military activity, surpassing even the March incursion of 59 Chinese aircraft.
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China dispatched a record-breaking 74 military aircraft toward Taiwan, with 61 crossing the Taiwan Strait median line. This large-scale deployment, encompassing various aircraft types and naval vessels, follows a British warship’s transit through the strait, which China condemned as a disturbance to regional peace and stability. Taiwan’s defense ministry responded to the Chinese action with its own air and naval forces. The motivations behind China’s actions remain unclear, but it is consistent with its strategy to assert control over Taiwan.
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New research from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reveals China’s nuclear warhead stockpile is expanding at an unprecedented rate, adding approximately 100 warheads annually since 2023, reaching at least 600. This rapid growth, driven by Xi Jinping’s leadership, contrasts with previous policies emphasizing modest deterrence. At this pace, China could possess nearly 1,500 warheads by 2035, approaching the readily deployable arsenals of Russia and the U.S., prompting concerns particularly for Taiwan. The report concludes that the post-Cold War era of nuclear weapons reduction is ending.
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In response to Ukraine’s drone attack on Russian air bases, Anonymous defaced two Russian websites. The hack, displaying the Taiwanese flag alongside the Ukrainian flag and a peace proposal, included embedded videos showcasing the attack and trailers from Sony’s Spider-Man universe. The group’s proposal suggests referendums in occupied Ukrainian territories to determine their future status, potentially leading to a neutral security alliance. Finally, the hacktivists outlined a broader “Democratic Project 2029” with 30 proposed goals for political reform.
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