Taiwan Condemns Chinese Balloons as Aviation Threat Amid Election Tensions

Incidents seen as 'grey zone' harassment come ahead of crucial presidential vote, as Beijing dismisses concerns.

Taiwan's Defense Ministry has reported a series of balloons from mainland China crossing into Taiwanese airspace, posing a 'serious threat' to aviation safety.
These incidents are seen as 'grey zone' harassment, a form of cognitive warfare aimed at affecting the morale of the Taiwanese people.
The balloons have been appearing daily since the beginning of December, with some floating directly above the island.
The incidents come a week before Taiwan's presidential election, which will determine the future of the island's relations with Beijing.
China has dismissed the concerns, with some Chinese state media outlets accusing Taiwan and the US of sensationalizing the threat.