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Taiwan's Defense Ministry Calls Chinese Balloon Activity "Grey Zone Harassment, 4 More Balloons Spotted As Elections Near
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Taiwan's Defense Ministry Calls Chinese Balloon Activity "Grey Zone Harassment, 4 More Balloons Spotted As Elections Near

Taiwanese Ministry of Defense: “Based on their recent drift path, (the balloons) have posed a serious threat to the safety of many international aviation routes".

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TAIPEI - Taiwan’s Ministry of Defense (MOD) reported that 4 Chinese balloons were spotted around the island of Taiwan, two of which flew directly over the island as Taiwanese general elections on January 13th near.

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The balloons flew at an altitude of 20,000 to 33,000 feet. Additionally, the MOD spotted 10 military aircraft and 4 PLA Navy (PLAN) vessels around the island today.

Taiwan’s Military: Balloons Are Grey Zone Harassment

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