China's Ministry of National Defense issued a sharp rebuke to Taiwan's leadership Thursday, declaring that 'Taiwan independence' separatists will 'come to no good end' amid rising cross-strait tensions. 🚨
Defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang addressed recent remarks by Taiwan region leader Lai Ching-te, who pledged to bolster the island's military readiness. 'We warn the DPP authorities that any attempts to split China are doomed to fail,' Zhang stated, emphasizing Beijing's stance that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China. 🇨🇳
The exchange comes as both sides ramp up military drills near the Taiwan Strait. Analysts suggest Lai's call to 'prepare for war to avoid war' reflects growing anxieties among residents of Taiwan about potential conflict. 🌊
Historical context: Beijing has consistently opposed formal independence moves since 1949, maintaining the One-China Principle recognized by most UN members. Cross-strait relations remain a geopolitical flashpoint watched globally. 🔍
