Taiwan has reported that 19 Chinese fighter jets have entered its air space in the past 24 hours, raising tensions between the two countries.
The incident occurred on Monday, when the Chinese jets flew into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ). The ADIZ is a designated area of airspace in which aircraft must identify themselves to the controlling authority.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense said that the Chinese jets included 14 J-10s, four J-16s, and one Y-8. The ministry said that the jets were monitored by Taiwan’s air force and that no hostile action was taken.
The incident is the latest in a series of incursions by Chinese military aircraft into Taiwan’s air space. In the past year, there have been several similar incidents, including one in April when Chinese jets flew into Taiwan’s ADIZ.
The Chinese government has not commented on the incident, but it is likely to be seen as a show of force by Beijing. China has long claimed sovereignty over Taiwan, and has been increasing its military presence in the region in recent years.
The incident comes at a time of heightened tensions between the two countries. In recent months, China has stepped up its military exercises in the Taiwan Strait, and has sent warships and fighter jets into the area.
The United States has also increased its presence in the region, sending warships and aircraft to the area in a show of support for Taiwan.
The incident is likely to further raise tensions between the two countries, and could lead to an escalation of military activity in the region.
Taiwan has called on China to respect its sovereignty and to refrain from any further incursions into its air space. It has also urged the international community to take action to ensure that the situation does not escalate further.
The incident is a reminder of the fragile situation in the region, and the need for all sides to exercise restraint. It is also a reminder of the importance of maintaining open communication between the two countries, and of the need for a peaceful resolution to the dispute.
