China sent 21 aircraft and 5 ships to Taiwan

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) sent 21 aircraft and five warships to Taiwan, according to the island’s Defense Ministry.

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“As of 17:00 (12:00 Moscow time) on August 17, the Taiwanese armed forces recorded the activity of 21 aircraft and five ships in the sea and airspace near Taiwan,” the statement said.

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It is noted that five aircraft crossed the so-called “middle line” of the Taiwan Strait, including two Su-30 fighters, two J-11s and one Y-8 electronic intelligence aircraft.