US Navy Patrols Taiwan Strait Following High-Level US-China Talks

The US Navy's recent flight through the Taiwan Strait underscores ongoing efforts to assert navigational rights amid heightened regional tensions.

A US Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft flew through the Taiwan Strait, marking a significant move a day after US-China defense chiefs engaged in rare discussions.
The operation, conducted in international airspace, aimed to reinforce the US commitment to freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region.
China views the passage of foreign military vessels and aircraft through the strait as a challenge to its sovereignty over Taiwan.
In response to the US Navy's actions, China scrambled jets to monitor the flight, maintaining a high alert status to protect national security.
The recent military and diplomatic activities occur as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken plans a visit to China, highlighting efforts to stabilize relations and prevent conflicts.