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strikeAug 5, 2026

Taiwan launches military drills Han Kuang to counter a potential Chinese attack

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Taiwan launches annual military drills Han Kuang to counter a potential Chinese attack Taiwan to now check its population’s reliance and response to a disruption in internet service if China attacks Taiwan kicked off annual military exercises on Wednesday aimed at simulating a response to a potential Chinese invasion…

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  • Simina MistreanuBy Simina Mistreanu

    Taiwan launches annual military drills Han Kuang to counter a potential Chinese attack Taiwan to now check its population’s reliance and response to a disruption in internet service if China attacks Taiwan kicked off annual military exercises on Wednesday aimed at simulating a re…

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