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The first two F-16V fighter jets arrived at an air base in Taitung as part of an $8 billion US deal covering 66 aircraft. Taiwan aims to strengthen its military capabilities through the deal, while awaiting Washington’s approval of a separate $14 billion arms package.
Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said it had detected 11 sorties by Chinese military aircraft, eight warships and two official vessels around the island by Friday morning. It said 10 of the sorties entered Taiwan’s air defense identification zone southwest and east of the island, continuing Chinese activities recorded in recent days.
Taiwan began the Han Kuang exercises on Wednesday, 5 August 2026, its largest military drills of the year. They will continue through 14 August with the participation of regular and reserve forces and civilians. The exercises include simulations of a potential attack on the island, responses to air raids and slower internet speeds, amid mounting Chinese military pressure.
