US approves military aid to Taiwan amid tensions with China

The Biden administration approved the first-ever US military transfer to Taiwan under a program typically used for sovereign states.
The $80 million package aims to strengthen Taiwan's self-defense capabilities as China increases military pressure.
China strongly opposes the aid, warning of "lethal consequences" for crossing red lines.
A US congressional delegation visiting Taiwan pledged support against potential Chinese aggression.
Backlog remains in Taiwan's planned defense purchases from the US, which lawmakers vow to address.