Xi Jinping Urges Chinese Forces to Prepare for Real Combat Amid Taiwan Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping warns that China must prepare for "real combat" after conducting three days of war games near Taiwan. The comments are seen as further preparation for a possible invasion of the self-governing island, over which China claims sovereignty. The Chinese military must "resolutely defend China's territorial sovereignty and maritime interests," said Xi Jinping. The US has increased its support for Taiwan, challenging Beijing's maritime claims in the South China Sea, where America and the Philippines are staging their largest ever joint military drills this week.