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strikeAug 5, 2026

Taiwan begins biggest military drills of the year amid China invasion fears

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TAIPEI, Aug 5 — Taiwan’s largest military drills of the year began today as the island democracy attempts to prepare its population for a potential Chinese invasion.

Source: Malay Mail — Read the full report

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  • Malay MailBy Malay Mail

    TAIPEI, Aug 5 — Taiwan’s largest military drills of the year began today as the island democracy attempts to prepare its population for a potential Chinese invasion. The annual “Han Kuang” exercise, which runs from August 5-14, stages combat scenarios for troops and reservists to…

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