China ends military drills around Taiwan

Chinese naval vessel sails at sea during the 'Joint Sword-2024A' military drill at an unknown location. China warned on May 24 of war over Taiwan and said it would ramp up countermeasures until 'complete reunification' was achieved, as Chinese forces conducted military drills around the self-ruled island. PHOTO | AFP

What you need to know:

  • The exercises simulated strikes targeting Taiwan's leaders as well as its ports and airports to "cut off the island's 'blood vessels'", Chinese military analysts told state media.