China accuses US of exacerbating tensions with Taiwan

But since Friday, when China celebrated its national day, The country has embarked on a massive increase in its missions, with nearly 150 planes flying over the defense zone in the space of four days.

The latest mission included 34 J-16 fighters and 12 nuclear-capable H-6 bombers, which flew in an area near the Pratas Islands, according to a map provided by the ministry.

Taiwanese fighter jets have been mobilized to ward off the Chinese and missile systems have been deployed to monitor them, he added.

The United States on Sunday urged China to cease “provocative” military activities near Taiwan, while the island’s government also condemned Beijing.

China’s Foreign Ministry, in response to the US statement, said it was Washington that was provoking and undermining regional peace, with its arms sales to Taiwan and the warships plying the strait regularly. from Taiwan.

“China resolutely opposes it and takes the necessary countermeasures,” he added.