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The Iranian operation highlights the difficulties that air defense efforts face, particularly when relying on costly Western equipment to counter large volumes of low-cost drones and missiles.

The Land Sword II is the latest on a growing list of made-in-Taiwan weapons being churned out to shore up defenses against China.

Chinese warplanes and ships maintain a near-daily presence around the island, as Beijing has ramped up military pressure against Taipei using what experts say are "grey zone" actions -- tactics that stop short of outright acts of war.

Taiwan carried out early morning air defense exercises on Tuesday, utilizing surface-to-air missiles, as well as air, land, and naval forces, in response to what it perceives as increased military activities by China in the region. The drills come amidst ongoing tensions between Taiwan and China, with the latter claiming Taiwan as its own territory, reported Reuters.Over the past four years, Taiwan has raised concerns about repeated instances of Chinese military aircraft and navy ships operating...

Taiwan tested its air defences on Tuesday in early morning drills using surface-to-air missiles, and air, land and naval forces, saying it would continue to intensify training in the face of...

Taiwan says it will intensify training as Chinese aircraft and ships encroach into its space

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TAIPEI/SUAO - Taiwan tested its air defenses on Tuesday in early morning drills using surface-to-air missiles and air, land and naval forces, saying it would continue to intensify training in the face of China's frequent military activities nearby.

Taiwan on Tuesday (March 26) conducted air defence tests amid continued cross-strait "intrusions" by the Chinese forces. Taipei showed its military readiness with surface-to-air missiles and joint exercises with its air, land, and naval forces. The Taiwan Air Force Command confirmed an early morning training exercise lasting from 5 am to 7 am local time. It used anti-aircraft artillery systems and US-made Patriot missiles. Also watch | China adopts tougher language against Taiwan | ...

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