Chinese Army Conducts Chilling Wargames, Preparing for Conflict in Taiwan Strait

China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) has released a video showing troops rehearsing a coastal invasion of Taiwan, accompanied by evocative lyrics and phrases. The Chinese Communist Party sees Taiwan as a renegade province to be brought back under Beijing's control, while Taiwan asserts its self-governing, democratic status. In addition, Russia and China have launched warships for patrols and training exercises in the Pacific Ocean. Tensions between China and Taiwan continue to escalate, with both sides conducting military drills and China sending warplanes near the island. Despite China's military advantage, the international response and the risk of triggering a US military response may deter China from launching an invasion.