China Sends Most Warplanes Ever Across Key Line With Taiwan.

China has sent a record number of warplanes across the US-drawn boundary in the Taiwan Strait. As Taiwan's new president considers a trip that may include a stop in America, 56 aircraft crossed the so-called median line. Taiwan's armed forces responded to the flights by the People's Liberation Army, but no details were provided. China has been increasing pressure on Taiwan since the election of President Lai Ching-te, accusing him of pursuing independence. China has vowed to bring Taiwan under its control, and the US has pledged to come to Taiwan's aid in the event of a Chinese invasion. [Extracted from the article]

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