The latest developments from the region, where the tension between the two superpowers is at its peak, has made me nervous. Preparations that strengthen the possibility of a new war while the war between Russia and Ukraine continues; It stemmed from allegations that the Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi would visit Taiwan, which China claims is its territory. Following the Chinese warplanes seen near the Taiwan Strait, the US navy deployed four warships to the region. The sight of tanks on the roads and beaches further increased the fear. In Taiwan, military security measures were taken in response to China’s exercises. While more than 300 thousand people were following the plane that Pelosi was in, the plane carrying Pelosi landed in Taiwan without any problems. According to local media reports, while Pelosi is expected to meet with Taiwan President Tsai tomorrow and leave the country at noon, the visit in question was countered by China. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army launched a large-scale military exercise after Pelosi began his visit to Taiwan.
China has repeatedly warned Pelosi not to visit Taiwan, which it considers its territory. The United States said yesterday that it will not be afraid of “shows of military power” by China. Chinese warplanes were seen flying over the Taiwan Strait this morning.
Here are the latest developments in the region, minute by minute…
22.59
THE AMBASSADOR IS SUGGESTED TO THE MINISTRY
The US Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, was summoned to the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the visit of the Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan.
22.44
CHINESE ARMY STARTED EXERCISE
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) launched a large-scale military exercise after US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi began a visit to Taiwan.
According to the Global Times report, the PLA’s exercise around the island of Taiwan came in response to Pelosi’s visit.
PLA forces used long-range real ammunition and conventional missiles in the exercise they launched in the east of the island.
On the other hand, fully equipped J-20 type warplanes departing from the air base in the region also took part in the exercise.
The Shinhua news agency announced that the PLA will hold a series of military exercises in 6 different regions surrounding Taiwan on August 4-7.
21.44
RUSSIA: HAS THE RIGHT TO TAKE MEASURES TO PROTECT CHINESE SOVEREIGN
In a written statement from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan was described as a provocation and said, “On August 2, Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan. “We see it as a clear provocation in the spirit of its aggressive line to somehow encircle it. We believe that the relations between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait are purely an internal matter of China. The Chinese side has the right to take the necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity regarding Taiwan,” the statement said.
Underlining that the government representing China is in Beijing, the statement said, “Russia’s principled stance does not change. We believe that there is only one China, that the government of the People’s Republic of China is the only legitimate government that represents all of China, and that Taiwan is an integral part of China. We act with the fact that it is a part of it.” expressions were used.
Recalling that according to the joint agreement announced at the summit of the leaders of Russia and China on February 4, Russia declared a decision respecting China’s territorial integrity, the statement said: and in the Beijing Joint Statement on Global Sustainable Development, the Russian side reaffirmed its commitment to the ‘One China’ principle and opposes any form of independence of the island. “We call on people to recognize the new geopolitical reality that is not there,” he said.
21.29
21 CHINA AIRCRAFT VIOLATIONS TAIWAN AIRSPACE
In a statement made by the Taiwan Ministry of Defense, it was reported that 21 Chinese warplanes violated Taiwan’s airspace on the day that the Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi will visit Taiwan. In the statement, it was stated that the aircraft in question violated the southwest of Taiwan’s air defense identification zone. Referring to the news published by the Chinese state media that Chinese warplanes crossed the Taiwan Strait, the Ministry denied the rumors that Chinese Su-35 type warplanes had crossed the Taiwan Strait and stated that the news in question was fake.
18.40
CHINA ANNOUNCED: REAL BULLETS WILL BE USED
In a statement from China, it was reported that due to Pelosi’s visit, military operations with live bullets will be carried out around the Taiwan Strait.
18.20
FOREIGN CHINA: USA AND TAIWAN RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENCES
A new statement came from the Chinese Foreign Ministry regarding Pelosi’s visit. “The visit undermines regional peace and stability. We will take all measures to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our state. The consequences are the responsibility of the United States and Taiwan. This behavior is extremely dangerous, like playing with fire. Playing with fire will burn yourself,” the statement said. it was said. The ministry also stated that the People’s Liberation Army of China is at high alert level, and that targeted military operations will be launched in response to Pelosi’s visit.
18.05
FIRST STATEMENT FROM PELOSI
Pelosi said in her first statement, “America’s solidarity with the Taiwanese people is always important. My visit is not against the long-standing US policy of China. Our visit is support for Taiwanese democracy.” used the phrases.
17.52
Taiwanese officials greeted Pelosi when she got off the plane.
17.40
PELOSI’S AIRCRAFT LANDED IN TAIWAN
The plane carrying Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, has landed in Taiwan.
17.30
US FIGHTER AIRCRAFT AIRLINES
It was reported that the US warplanes took off from the air base on the Japanese island of Okinawa.
According to the Japanese public broadcaster NHK’s report, eight “F-15” warplanes and five tanker planes departed from Kadena Air Base.
It is estimated that the planes departing from Ada, 730 kilometers northeast of Taiwan, set off to protect Pelosi’s plane.
The fact that tanker planes accompany the jets for refueling points out that they plan to stay in the air for a long time.
The Okinawa Defense Bureau noted that 22 “KC-135” type tanker aircraft arrived at the base today, and the “EP-3” type electronic reconnaissance aircraft set out for the East Sea.
17.20
CHINESE WARplanes CROSS TAIWAN strait
Chinese Public Television reported that Chinese warplanes had crossed the Taiwan Strait.
16.00
COMBAT AIRPLANES AND SHIPS IN MOVE
A source told Reuters this morning, in addition to the warplanes seen flying in the Taiwan Strait, warships were also seen near the border line that divides the strait.
The source said China’s warplanes and ships had “squeezed” the line dividing the strait, describing the unexpected move as “quite provocative”.
Normally, Taiwanese and Chinese aircraft do not cross the border line that divides the strait, but the source told Reuters that the Chinese aircraft briefly “touched” the line, then turned and crossed to the other side of the strait, while Taiwan’s aircraft were standing by. stated.
15.45
THEY DETECTED THE TANKS ON THE BEACHES
The Chinese army deployed tanks on the beaches while flying fighter jets in the area.
Some analysts claimed that if Pelosi lands in Taiwan, the Chinese military could hit Taiwanese territory.
15.35
CYBER ATTACKS ORGANIZED
On the other hand, as the plane of the US House of Representatives Pelosi approached Taiwan, a cyber attack was carried out on Taiwan’s official sites.
15.30
300 THOUSAND PEOPLE FOLLOW LIVE
More than 300,000 people follow Pelosi’s plane on the “flightradar” website, which shows the instantaneous location of the planes.
Taiwan’s official page belonging to the government and the FlightRadar site, where Pelosi’s plane was tracked, crashed due to intense interest.
15.10
FLASH STATEMENT FROM CHINA: USA WILL GET THE RESULT
In the latest statement from China’s Foreign Ministry official, “The United States will receive the result of violating China’s sovereignty.” statements were included.
14.15
WARSHIP MOVE FROM USA!
On the other hand, the US navy has deployed four warships, one of which is an aircraft carrier, to the east of the island of Taiwan, in what it describes as a “routine” deployment.
Speaking to Reuters, a US Navy official confirmed that the warship USS Ronald Reagan had crossed the South China Sea and is now in the Philippine Sea east of Taiwan.
Taiwan’s Ministry of Defense said in a statement today that it is highly aware of the military activity near Taiwan and that all forces will be deployed appropriately against “enemy threats”.
A person familiar with Pelosi’s schedule said that most meetings are scheduled to take place tomorrow, including her meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen, and that the delegation could arrive in Taiwan early tomorrow.
“Nothing is clear,” the source said.
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13.20
THREAT EMAILS SENT
On the other hand, the Taoyuan International Airport agency said in a statement that it received threatening emails that explosives were placed at the airport to stop Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan. Security at the airport is being stepped up as police continue to investigate the source of the unfounded threats.
In the statement made by Pelosi’s office regarding her trip to Asia, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan and South Korea were included in the visit program, while Taiwan was not mentioned.
(Reuters – UAV)