Chinese Weather Balloons Continue to Cross Taiwan Strait, Raising Tensions
TL;DR
Taiwan's defense ministry reported another suspected Chinese weather balloon crossing the Taiwan Strait, marking the third incident this month. The balloon stayed north of Taiwan and flew at an altitude of 15,000 feet before disappearing. Taiwan remains on high alert for Chinese activities ahead of upcoming elections and has warned of Beijing's interference. China has increased military pressure on Taiwan in recent years, with regular operations near the island. The use of weather balloons for potential spying has become a global concern since the US shot down a Chinese surveillance balloon in February.
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