US nuclear missile sub makes rare visit to base near Taiwan — RT World News

A US Navy submarine carrying dozens of nuclear warheads sailed into a Pacific base for a rare visit on Saturday, with the Navy calling it a message to allies in the region.

Taiwan Halts Training on US-Made F-16V Viper Fighters After Jet Crashes into Sea, Pilot Missing | Farsnews Agency

(FNA)- Taiwan’s Air Force grounded its entire fleet of F-16 fighters after one of its most advanced models plummeted into the sea on Tuesday afternoon, seemingly taking its pilot with it.

Taiwanese F-16 fighter jet vanishes — RT

An F-16V fighter jet, the most advanced aircraft in the Taiwanese Air Force fleet, has gone missing, with witnesses claiming that they saw the aircraft crash into the sea. A search and rescue operation is ongoing.

China Lodges Representations over Australia, Japan, US 'Groundless' Accusations | Farsnews Agency

(FNA)- China's Foreign Ministry said on Friday that China had lodged stern representations with Australia, Japan and the US over their "groundless accusations" against China, adding that the countries had "grossly interfered" in China's internal affairs.

Chinese FM refutes groundless accusation by US, EU officials - China.org.cn

A Foreign Ministry spokesperson Thursday refuted an accusation against China by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and European Union (EU) High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell.

Tanques del Ejército de Taiwán realizan ejercicios con fuego real

 

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Nicaragua cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan to align with Beijing | Al Jazeera

Nicaragua has broken off diplomatic relations with Taiwan, leaving the self-ruled democratic island with just 14 formal diplomatic allies amid continuing pressure from China, which claims the island as its own.

Solomon Islands police fire shots to disperse rioters — report - TASS

The Solomon Islands police fired warning shots in order to disperse anti-governmental protesters seeking to reach the Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare’s private residence, AFP reported Friday.

China opposes U.S. inviting Taiwan region to democracy summit

 

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 China and Russia have accused the United States of trying to divide the world. Both have hit out after being left out of a democracy summit being organised by US President Joe Biden.

 However, Taiwan is on the guest list, prompting further outrage from Beijing. 110 governments have been invited to Washington's first-ever democracy summit. 

The virtual Summit for Democracy, which takes place online on Dec 9 and 10, is aimed at promoting freedoms and human rights worldwide.

Lithuania Voices Regret Over Chinas Decision To Downgrade Diplomatic Relations - UrduPoint

 Lithuania regrets China's decision to downgrade diplomatic relations to the level of charge d'affaires over the opening of a representative office of Taiwan in Vilnius, which does not contradict the "One China" principle, the Lithuanian Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.

China Firmly Opposes Official Contact Between US, Taiwan - FARS

China voiced its firm opposition on Wednesday to official contact between the United States and the Taiwan region "in any form".

‘Taiwan has no right to join United Nations’: China slams US after Blinken says he regrets Taipei’s absence from world body — RT

 After the US secretary of state claimed Taipei’s accession to the UN would be pragmatic, Beijing hit back, reiterating that Taiwan should not be granted permission to join the body because the island was part of China.

Biden Does Not Want To See Cross-Strait Issues Between China, Taiwan Come To Blows - Psaki - UrduPoint

US President Joe Biden does not want to see cross-Strait issues between China and Taiwan come to blows, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki told reporters on Friday.

Biden says United States would defend Taiwan against China - FRANCE24

 The United States would defend Taiwan if the island were attacked by China, President Joe Biden said Thursday, a declaration welcomed by the democratic island that risks fury from Beijing.

DPP's collusion with external forces for 'Taiwan independence' doomed: spokesperson- China.org.cn

A mainland spokesperson Thursday lashed out at Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority for colluding with lawmakers in several countries to create Taiwan-related bills.

‘Absolutely just’: Beijing says its military drills near Taiwan are a response to its provocations & collusion with foreign powers — RT

 The Chinese Taiwan Affairs Office has defended Beijing’s military exercises near Taiwan, claiming it is a “just” move to protect peace and stability, and blamed Taipei’s “collusion” with foreign forces.

China's Foreign Ministry: Taiwan Ineligible to Join UN - Tasnim News Agency

(Tasnim) – Taiwan as a province of China is ineligible for the United Nations membership, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said on Tuesday.

Taiwan will not bow down to China, says president | Al Jazeera

Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen says her government will not bow down to pressure from China and will continue to bolster the island’s defences in order to protect its democratic way of life.

Le président chinois promet une réunification pacifique avec l'île rebelle de Taïwan

 

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US Special Forces secretly deployed to Taiwan: Report

US Special Forces and Marines have been secretly training Taiwanese forces for at least a year, US media reported Thursday.