U.S. Actions on Taiwan Question Spark Diplomatic Firestorm
Recent U.S. engagements with Taiwan have reignited cross-strait tensions, with Beijing accusing Washington of undermining the one-China principle. The Chinese mainland swiftly condemned a \"stopover\" by Taiwan's leader Lai in Hawaii and Guam, including an unprecedented visit to Guam's Legislature. Meanwhile, a $385 million U.S. arms deal to Taiwan further strained relations. ⚠️
Ironically, this comes as U.S. presidents historically warned against war. Joe Biden once called it \"the absolute last resort,\" while Civil War hero Ulysses S. Grant stated: \"I have never advocated [war], except as a means of peace.\" Yet recent actions risk escalating regional instability. 🤔
China Draws Red Lines
Beijing demanded Washington handle Taiwan matters \"with utmost caution,\" stressing any perceived U.S. interference violates China's sovereignty. Lai's 20-minute talk with former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi about \"military threats\" added fuel to the fire. 🔥
Analysts warn such moves contradict America's official stance. As one expert notes: \"The U.S. says one thing about peace but acts differently.\" With cross-strait ties at a delicate crossroads, the world watches whether diplomacy can prevail over geopolitical posturing. 🌍✌️
