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Taiwan warns of potential military incursions from China

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3 years ago

March 7, 2023

Taiwan’s Defence Minister warns the island needs to prepare for potential Chinese military incursions into close-by territorial areas

Chinese military activity around Taiwan is not uncommon, with regular reports of Chinese planes and ships passing close to the island.

But Taipei is yet to report any incidents of the Chinese military entering the contiguous zone which is an area just over 44 kilometres off the coast.

Taiwan’s Defence Minister, Chiu Kuo-cheng, is now warning that this could happen, possibly in 2023, as tensions in the Taiwan Strait continue to rise.

Last year, Beijing ordered for an increased number of military drills to take place around Taiwan, after U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taipei.

China is also angered by Taiwan’s close relationship with the United States.

Washington has repeatedly warned about their growing concerns over a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan in the coming years, with Beijing aims to reassert authority over the self-ruled island.

China has also just announced that it will increase spending on its military by over seven per cent this year, as it responds to what Beijing describes as “escalating” attempts to “suppress and contain China”.

All of this comes against a backdrop of deteriorating relationships between Beijing and Washington, particularly following the spy balloon saga early this year.

The U.S. is also looking to increase its military presence across the Asia Pacific region as it tries to counter the growing strength of China and prepare itself for any potential conflict between Beijing and Taipei.

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Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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19 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

Trump says U.S. strikes could last four to five weeks and described the operation as the last best chance to act, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns the hardest hits are yet to come
Six U.S. service members have been killed, additional American forces are being deployed to the region, and the White House says nine Iranian naval ships have been destroyed
Iran says it sees no limit to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states
More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with further deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been severely disrupted, more than 11,000 flights have been cancelled, Gulf stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged amid Strait of Hormuz fears

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Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East conflict risks

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

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20 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

Crude oil prices spiked dramatically as investors react to the growing risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East. U.S. crude surged 7.2 percent, trading near $71.84 a barrel, signalling heightened concern across energy markets.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, has come under intense scrutiny. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and suspended tanker traffic are already slowing the movement of oil, creating ripple effects in global supply chains.

JPMorgan has warned that prolonged disruptions over three weeks could force Gulf producers to reduce output, potentially pushing Brent crude prices to between $100 and $120 a barrel. Markets are closely watching for developments that could reshape global energy pricing.

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Trump warns of last opportunity to hit Iran as conflict escalates

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

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20 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

President Trump has declared this is the final opportunity to strike Iran as conflict intensifies across the Middle East, outlining four key military objectives including dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and targeting its navy.

The U.S. says its mission is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to halt its alleged support for terrorist groups abroad, signalling a potentially prolonged campaign in the region.

Four U.S. troops have already been killed, with officials warning further casualties are possible as operations continue.

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