A Taiwanese F-16 fighter jet crashed off the island's eastern coast during a training mission. An emergency search is underway as the pilot is believed to have ejected safely over the sea.

Taiwanese F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes During Training Off Eastern Coast, Pilot Missing

Taiwan faced a record 2.6 million daily cyber attacks from China in 2025, marking a sharp escalation in Beijing's digital aggression against the island.
These aggressive strikes overwhelmed government networks, military systems, financial hubs, and essential infrastructure, forcing Taipei to invest heavily in advanced defenses.


Taiwan Hit by 2.6M Daily Chinese Cyber Attacks in 2025 Record

Taiwan's main intelligence agency revealed that Chinese hackers made an average of 2.6 million cyber attacks per day in 2025. It held five hacker groups from China responsible for this. This comes in the context of growing China-Taiwan tensions.

China Hits Taiwan With 2.6 Million Daily Cyber Attacks in 2025 as Conflict Looms

As China stages record military drills around Taiwan, a quieter and more dangerous battle is unfolding inside the island.
Beijing is recruiting soldiers, veterans, civil servants and political insiders using money, debt traps and covert networks to steal Taiwan’s most sensitive defence secrets.
Authorities warn leaked intelligence could weaken Taiwan’s ability to fight and give China a decisive advantage from the very first minute of a future conflict.

China’s spy war on Taiwan: How Beijing is stealing secrets before any invasion

Tensions between China and Taiwan have escalated after Beijing conducted military drills near the island, prompting a response from the United States. US officials said they are closely monitoring the situation and urged restraint, as concerns grow over regional stability in the Taiwan Strait. This video breaks down what the drills involve, how Taiwan and the US are responding, and why the developments matter geopolitically.


China-Taiwan tensions: US slams Chinese drills near Taiwan, calls for restraint & dialogue

Tensions between China and Taiwan have escalated after Beijing conducted military drills near the island, prompting a response from the United States. US officials said they are closely monitoring the situation and urged restraint, as concerns grow over regional stability in the Taiwan Strait. This video breaks down what the drills involve, how Taiwan and the US are responding, and why the developments matter geopolitically.

China-Taiwan Tensions: US Reacts To Chinese Drills Near Taiwan

Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to achieve the “reunification” of China and Taiwan, calling Beijing’s long-held goal “unstoppable.”

In a New Year’s address delivered a day after China’s military wrapped up war games around Taiwan, Xi on Wednesday invoked the “bond of blood and kinship” between Chinese people on each side of the Taiwan Strait.

China's president Xi Jinping says China's reunification is unstoppable

Chinese President's Warning to Taiwan in New Year's Speech 

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness. Stay updated on the latest developments in Asia-Pacific security and geopolitical dynamics.

China Fires Rockets for Second Day in Drills Around Taiwan

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness. Stay updated on the latest developments in Asia-Pacific security and geopolitical dynamics.


Dragon's fire: China unleashes rocket barrage near Taiwan

China has intensified military drills around Taiwan, including live-fire exercises and naval maneuvers, as part of its ongoing show of force in the Taiwan Strait. Germany has expressed concern over these developments, highlighting growing international attention on regional security. Taiwan’s defense authorities monitored PLA activities closely, emphasizing vigilance amid rising tensions in East Asia and underscoring global worries about stability in the Taiwan Strait.

China Grills Taiwan: Germany 'Concerned' Over Chinese Drills 

China Launches Largest War Games Around Taiwan: Drills That Feel Too Real

Chinese MASSIVE War Drills Shake The Taiwan Strait

China launched live-fire drills around Taiwan on Monday that it said would simulate a blockade of the self-ruled island's key ports, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing's "military intimidation".
Taiwan said it had detected 89 Chinese military aircraft near its shores on Monday, the highest number in a single day since October 2024. It also said it had detected 28 warships and coastguard vessels.


Fighter jets swarm Taiwan skies in show of force, taiwan govt condemns drills, mobilises troops 

China launched live-fire drills around Taiwan on Monday that it said would simulate a blockade of the self-ruled island's key ports, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing's "military intimidation".
Taiwan said it had detected 89 Chinese military aircraft near its shores on Monday, the highest number in a single day since October 2024. It also said it had detected 28 warships and coastguard vessels.

Chinese hypersonic missiles, jets, bombers, warships, Taiwan fears drills today, war tomorrow?

Missiles, jets, warning shots: War drills shake the Taiwan Strait 

China deploys destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers & drones ahead of 'Justice Mission 2025' 

China-Taiwan tensions: Pentagon report says China preparing to fight & defeat Taiwan by 2027 

China-Taiwan tensions: Taipei condemns Beijing's military intimidation

China-Taiwan Tension: Beijing Holds Major Military Drills Near Taiwan, Raising Security Tensions 

Taiwan was hit by a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake, with the epicenter located near Yilan and no immediate damage or injuries were reported.


7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Taiwan, No Reports of Casualties or Damage So Far

Taiwan Earthquake: Panic Grip Residents After Late Night Quake, Tremors Shake Island Nation

A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck some 32 km (20 miles) off Taiwan’s northeastern coastal city of Yilan on Saturday, the island’s weather administration said, with no immediate reports of major damage.

Taiwan Earthquake : Taiwan Rattled by 7.0 Magnitude Quake, No Major Damage Reported

A massive earthquake of magnitude 7.0 on the Richter Scale struck Taiwan on Saturday, according to the country's weather agency, reported news agency AFP.

BREAKING: Massive Earthquake of Magnitude 7 Jolts Taiwan, Buildings Shake in Taipei

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Saturday (Dec 27), according to the island’s weather agency. The tremor was felt across several regions, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely. No immediate reports of major damage or casualties were available as emergency teams assessed the impact.&nbsp;The quake hit at 23:05 pm (1505 GMT) at a depth of 73 kilometres (45 miles) in the sea off Yilan county, according to Taiwan's Central Weather Administration, AFP reported.&nbsp;Taiwan is highly prone to earthquakes due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates collide.&nbsp;On Wednesday, the country was hit by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake in southeastern Taitung County. The tremor shook buildings in the capital, Taipei, and had a depth of 11.9 km (7.39 miles). Located near the meeting point of two tectonic plates. In 2016, a quake in southern Taiwan claimed over 100 lives, while a powerful 7.3 magnitude quake in 1999 caused more than 2,000 deaths.&nbsp;Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported that the recent earthquake did not meet the threshold necessary to trigger factory evacuations across the island. Taiwan, located at the meeting point of two tectonic plates, is frequently affected by seismic activity. The Central Weather Administration issued alerts for several regions, including Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung, and Tainan. The quake's intensity was recorded at a level four on Taiwan's seven-level scale in the counties of Hualien and Pingtung.&nbsp;(This is a developing story; Further details are awaited)

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Saturday, according to the island’s weather agency.

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Saturday (Dec 27), according to the island’s weather agency. The tremor was felt across several regions, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely. No immediate reports of major damage or casualties were available as emergency teams assessed the impact. The quake hit at 23:05 pm (1505 GMT) at a depth of 73 kilometres (45 miles) in the sea off Yilan county, according to Taiwan's Central Weather Administration, AFP reported. Taiwan is highly prone to earthquakes due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates collide. On Wednesday, the country was hit by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake in southeastern Taitung County. The tremor shook buildings in the capital, Taipei, and had a depth of 11.9 km (7.39 miles). Located near the meeting point of two tectonic plates. In 2016, a quake in southern Taiwan claimed over 100 lives, while a powerful 7.3 magnitude quake in 1999 caused more than 2,000 deaths. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported that the recent earthquake did not meet the threshold necessary to trigger factory evacuations across the island. Taiwan, located at the meeting point of two tectonic plates, is frequently affected by seismic activity. The Central Weather Administration issued alerts for several regions, including Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung, and Tainan. The quake's intensity was recorded at a level four on Taiwan's seven-level scale in the counties of Hualien and Pingtung. (This is a developing story; Further details are awaited)

A powerful 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Saturday, according to the island’s weather agency.

7.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan, weather agency confirms

Taiwan marks a historic first by officially observing Christmas Day as a public holiday after 25 years. Citizens across the island are enjoying the festive break, with businesses and schools closed for celebrations. The decision reflects changing cultural trends and growing recognition of global holidays in Taiwan

Taiwan Gets Christmas Day Off for the First Time in 25 Years

A new Pentagon assessment has raised serious concerns over China’s expanding nuclear capabilities. The report suggests Beijing has likely loaded over a hundred intercontinental ballistic missiles across newly constructed silo fields near its border with Mongolia. United States officials warn China is increasing its nuclear strength at an unprecedented pace while refusing to engage in arms control discussions. Beijing has rejected the assessment and maintains that its nuclear posture is purely defensive.

China Loads, Locks 100 ICBMs Near Mongolia for Nuclear War Over Taiwan

At least three people were killed and nine others injured when a 27-year-old man, Chang Wen, set off smoke bombs and went on a stabbing spree across Taipei’s metro stations. The suspect later died after falling from a multi-storey building. Taiwanese Premier Cho Jung-tai said the motive remains unclear, noting that attacks of this kind are extremely rare in Taiwan.


Deceased Attacker Had a Prior Criminal Record, No Motive Behind Attack 

At least three people were killed and nine others injured when a 27-year-old man, Chang Wen, set off smoke bombs and went on a stabbing spree across Taipei’s metro stations. The suspect later died after falling from a multi-storey building. Taiwanese Premier Cho Jung-tai said the motive remains unclear, noting that attacks of this kind are extremely rare in Taiwan.

Taiwan: Knife Attacker Kills Three, Injures Nine in Taipei Metro Rampage

At least three people have been killed and nine others injured as a knife-wielding attacker ‍went ‍on a ​rampage in the Taiwanese capital Taipei.


Taiwan Attack: Knife Attacker Kills Three After Smoke Bombing Taiwan Metro

13 sorties of PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 9 out of 13 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan’s northern and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded.

Taiwan to Penalise Public Calls for Military Takeover

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