Taiwan scrambled fighter jets and activated its missile defense systems on Wednesday morning after over two dozen Chinese warplanes were spotted approaching the island.
— has long claimed sovereignty over Taiwan and the Taiwan Strait, the relatively narrow strip of ocean between the island of Taiwan and the Chinese mainland.
The United States doesn't have official relations with Taiwan, but has been stepping up engagement with the island asSoldiers stand guard after a preparedness enhancement drill simulating the defense against Beijing's military intrusions, ahead of the Lunar New Year in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan on Wednesday.The U.S. is preparing to send 100 to 200 troops to Taiwan for training amid the rising tensions, a U.S. official familiar with the planning confirmed to Fox News last week.
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