Taiwan Detects Six Chinese Balloons in Its Airspace Amid Increased Military Activity

The purpose of the balloons remains unclear, as China continues its campaign of intimidation against Taiwan, often breaching the Taiwan Strait's median line.

Taiwan reports six Chinese balloons flew over the island or through airspace just north of it, with Chinese warplanes and navy ships also detected in the area.
The purpose of the balloons remains unclear, but they are suspected to be part of China's harassment campaign against Taiwan.
China's campaign of intimidation includes regular deployment of Chinese warships and planes in waters and airspace around Taiwan, often crossing the Taiwan Strait's median line.
In the U.S., President Joe Biden vowed to track, monitor and potentially shoot down unknown aerial objects after a suspected Chinese spy balloon transited much of the United States.
Taiwan's independence-leaning Democratic Progressive Party won a third straight term in the presidency in the recent elections, despite China's increased activities and threats.