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6 Chinese naval vessels, 2 sorties of Chinese aircraft harass Taiwan, military monitors

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Published Apr 19, 2026 10:37 AM ・ Updated Jun 19, 2026 2:50 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting 6 Chinese naval vessels, 1 official ship, and 2 sorties of military aircraft operating around Taiwan.

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting 6 Chinese naval vessels, 1 official ship, and 2 sorties of military aircraft operating around Taiwan.

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Published: Apr 19, 2026

The Ministry of National Defense announced this morning the movements of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels. From 6:00 AM yesterday to 6:00 AM today, a total of 6 Chinese naval vessels, 1 official ship, and 2 sorties of Chinese aircraft were detected entering the eastern airspace and continuing their activities around the Taiwan Strait.

The Ministry of National Defense emphasized that the Armed Forces are utilizing mission aircraft, vessels, and shore-based missile systems to strictly monitor and respond to these activities. (Editor: Su Chih-tsung) 1150419

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FAQ

What authority announced the movements of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels?

The announcement was made by the Ministry of National Defense this morning.

What was the specific time period during which the Chinese military activities were detected?

The activities were detected from 6:00 AM yesterday to 6:00 AM today.

How many Chinese naval vessels and official ships were detected during this timeframe?

A total of six Chinese naval vessels and one official ship were detected.

Where were the two sorties of Chinese aircraft detected conducting their activities?

They were detected entering the eastern airspace and continuing around the Taiwan Strait.

What systems are the Armed Forces using to monitor and respond to these military activities?

They are using mission aircraft, vessels, and shore-based missile systems to monitor them.

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