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China's Newest Aircraft Carrier Sails Through Taiwan Strait
WorldSCMPindex-hrYahoo+3danasvijesti-memkd-mk2mo ago6 sources

China's Newest Aircraft Carrier Sails Through Taiwan Strait

China's newest and most powerful aircraft carrier, the Fujian, sailed through the Taiwan Strait, prompting observation from Taiwan's defense ministry. This marks a significant display of China's growing naval power in the sensitive waterway.

China Tracks Dutch Warship in Taiwan Strait
Politicshotnews2mo ago

China Tracks Dutch Warship in Taiwan Strait

The Chinese military announced that it deployed naval and air forces to track and monitor the Dutch frigate 'De Ruyter' as it transited the Taiwan Strait. The Netherlands confirmed its warship was sailing through the region for legitimate reasons.

Trump Demands Tougher Terms for Iran Peace Deal Amid Stalled Negotiations
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Trump Demands Tougher Terms for Iran Peace Deal Amid Stalled Negotiations

US media reports indicate that President Trump has requested more stringent conditions for a proposed peace framework with Iran. This development comes as negotiations remain stalled, with some observers suggesting Iran is employing delay tactics.

US Green Card Applicants Must Apply From Home Countries
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US Green Card Applicants Must Apply From Home Countries

The Trump administration announced a new rule requiring non-citizens already in the US to return to their home countries to apply for green cards. This policy change is expected to impact many seeking permanent residency, though some exceptions for those providing 'economic benefit' were mentioned.

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Japanese Destroyer Transits Taiwan Strait

A Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer passed through the Taiwan Strait on April 17, marking the first such known transit since the formation of the Takamasa administration.

China Deploys Jet-Drones Near Taiwan Strait
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China Deploys Jet-Drones Near Taiwan Strait

China has reportedly stationed jets converted into drones at military bases located near the Taiwan Strait, a move that could escalate tensions in the sensitive region.

Taiwan Reports Return of Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights
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Taiwan Reports Return of Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights

Taiwan's defense ministry detected 26 Chinese military aircraft around the island, with 16 entering its Air Defence Identification Zone, marking a return of large-scale flights after an unusual absence in the Taiwan Strait.

US Navy patrols Taiwan Strait before Xi-Trump summit, triggering PLA manoeuvres
WorldSCMP5mo ago

US Navy patrols Taiwan Strait before Xi-Trump summit, triggering PLA manoeuvres

The United States has sent a military patrol aircraft to the Taiwan Strait weeks before the Xi-Trump summit, triggering People’s Liberation Army jet manoeuvres near Taiwan after several days of pause. A US Navy P-8A Poseidon transited the Taiwan Strait in international airspace on Wednesday, the US Seventh Fleet said on Thursday. The passage through the waterway separating Taiwan and mainland China illustrated the US’ commitment to “a free and open Indo-Pacific”, Commander Matthew Comer, a...

Beijing monitors Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba’s passage through Taiwan Strait
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Beijing monitors Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba’s passage through Taiwan Strait

The Australian frigate HMAS Toowoomba sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Friday and Saturday, monitored closely by the People’s Liberation Army, which remained on alert throughout the transit, according to a mainland Chinese media report. The Global Times, a nationalist newspaper affiliated with the Communist Party mouthpiece People’s Daily, reported the vessel’s passage on Saturday, citing a Chinese military source. Taiwan’s Liberty News reported that the frigate was spotted on Friday in th...

Outgoing White House Press Secretary Joins Pro-Trump Group
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Outgoing White House Press Secretary Joins Pro-Trump Group

Outgoing White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is set to join a pro-Trump political organization. This move comes amidst ongoing discussions about Trump's economic policies and their global implications.

Taiwan Prepares for Potential Conflict in Strait
Worldrzeczpospolita1mo ago

Taiwan Prepares for Potential Conflict in Strait

Taiwan is taking actions to prevent a conflict in the Taiwan Strait, a scenario many analysts and politicians warn could lead to another global economic shock due to the island's critical role in the silicon industry.

US Seizes Iranian Cargo Ship, Jeopardizing Ceasefire Talks
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US Seizes Iranian Cargo Ship, Jeopardizing Ceasefire Talks

The United States seized an Iranian cargo ship, which Iran claims violates a ceasefire agreement and has led to Tehran refusing new negotiations with Washington. The incident has heightened tensions and put a fragile ceasefire at risk.

China Conducts Warship Drills in Western Pacific
Politicsbloombergindex-hrstraits-times+2japan-timesglobal-times4mo ago5 sources

China Conducts Warship Drills in Western Pacific

China's military has deployed a warship formation to conduct combat drills and training exercises in the Western Pacific, transiting through the Yokoate Waterway. This move is seen by some as a deterrent to hostile forces.

China Conducts East China Sea Drills After Japan's Taiwan Strait Transit
PoliticsNHK Worldjapan-timeschina-daily+2philstarglobal-times4mo ago5 sources

China Conducts East China Sea Drills After Japan's Taiwan Strait Transit

Chinese PLA naval and air forces conducted joint combat readiness patrols and drills in the East China Sea. This action followed the transit of a Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer through the Taiwan Strait, with China releasing footage of the event.

Could the PLA’s new shipborne drone redefine naval operations in the South China Sea?
WorldSCMP5mo ago

Could the PLA’s new shipborne drone redefine naval operations in the South China Sea?

A new type of autonomous helicopter has been seen operating on the Type 075 amphibious assault ship, possibly improving the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) capabilities in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea. Mainland state broadcaster CCTV on Thursday released a video explaining the operational capabilities of China’s Type 075 amphibious assault ship. It showed a lightweight uncrewed helicopter parked on the ship with folding rotors that appeared to be slightly smaller than the PLA’s...

UBS Discusses Next Maritime Chokepoint Investors Should Watch
Businesszerohedge5mo ago

UBS Discusses Next Maritime Chokepoint Investors Should Watch

UBS Discusses Next Maritime Chokepoint Investors Should Watch A lot of attention has centered on the Strait of Hormuz since the waterway was effectively shut not only by the IRGC drone threat, but mostly because maritime insurers are withdrawing war-risk coverage across the region. Our focus now shifts to the other critical maritime chokepoints. If Washington can pressure Iranian oil flows and, by extension, curb China's cheap Gulf crude flows, then the Taiwan Strait and South C...

China Tracks Dutch Warship in Taiwan Strait, Calls Passage Illegal
WorldSCMPnl-times2mo ago2 sources

China Tracks Dutch Warship in Taiwan Strait, Calls Passage Illegal

China's military tracked a Dutch warship as it crossed the Taiwan Strait, labeling the passage as illegal and stating it will remain on "high alert." This incident highlights ongoing tensions and differing views on maritime navigation in the sensitive waterway.

US-Iran Tensions Escalate Amidst Drone Interception and Standoff at Sea
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US-Iran Tensions Escalate Amidst Drone Interception and Standoff at Sea

Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated following Iran's interception of a US drone near Bushehr and a naval standoff at sea. This comes as the US also implements new travel measures and drone bans related to the upcoming World Cup.

Taiwan Detects Continued Chinese Military Activity Near Island
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Taiwan Detects Continued Chinese Military Activity Near Island

Taiwan's military has detected Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels operating near the island for a second consecutive day, with several aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait median line, indicating ongoing regional tensions.

Japanese Warships' Taiwan Strait Passage Angers China
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Japanese Warships' Taiwan Strait Passage Angers China

Japanese warships' passage through the Taiwan Strait has reportedly angered China, with relations between Beijing and Tokyo deteriorating since last November when Japan's Prime Minister Sanaye Takaichi suggested Japan might aid Taiwan if attacked.

PH, China Hold Initial Exchanges on South China Sea Energy Cooperation
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PH, China Hold Initial Exchanges on South China Sea Energy Cooperation

Representatives from the Philippines and China have held initial exchanges in Quanzhou on bilateral issues, including maritime concerns and South China Sea energy cooperation, ahead of a foreign ministers' meeting.

Worldpublico5mo ago

Taiwanese Premier's Private Visit to Japan for Baseball Angers China

Taiwan's Prime Minister visited Japan to watch baseball, a trip the Japanese government insists was private with no official contacts, but which angered China. A prominent Chinese think tank warns that escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait are China's main geopolitical risk for 2026.