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Taiwan launched its largest-ever military exercise, Han Kuang, on July 9th, simulating a Chinese invasion. The 10-day drill involves 22,000 reservists, new US-supplied HIMARS rocket systems, and civil defense components including air raid drills and misinformation countermeasures. The exercise aims to bolster Taiwan's defenses and deter China, which claims Taiwan as its territory and has threatened reunification by force. China condemned the drills, calling them a bluff, while the US warns of a potential 2027 invasion deadline set by China, though unconfirmed by Beijing.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.