Taiwan F-16 Locks Chinese J-16; US Condemns China's Provocative Drills
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News18•03-01-2026, 18:40
Taiwan F-16 Locks Chinese J-16; US Condemns China's Provocative Drills
- •China conducted large-scale military exercises, "Justice Mission 2025," near Taiwan, simulating a blockade and port closures.
- •Taiwan's F-16V fighter jet successfully tracked and locked onto a Chinese PLA Air Force J-16 aircraft using an AN/AAQ-33 Sniper Pod.
- •The US condemned China's military activities and aggressive rhetoric, urging Beijing to cease pressure and engage in dialogue for Taiwan Strait stability.
- •Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated the goal of "reunification" with Taiwan, while China also criticized Japan, Australia, and the EU.
- •The US recently approved an $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, further escalating tensions.
Why It Matters: China's military drills near Taiwan spark strong reactions from Taiwan and the US.
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