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South China Sea Breaking: Taiwan Deploys HIMARS Unit To Target Deep Into China | Xi Vows Retaliation

South China Sea Breaking: In a significant escalation of defensive capabilities, Taiwan has officially formed its first combat-ready HIMARS rocket unit. This move is designed to strengthen deterrence against increasing threats and military pressure from China. Taiwan's Defense Minister, Wellington Koo, lauded the new unit as a "significant boost" to the island's defensive power, underscoring the strategic importance of this deployment. The soldiers operating these advanced systems have completed specialized training in the United States, highlighting the close military cooperation between Washington and Taipei. The M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is a game-changer for Taiwan's military. It can fire six 227mm rockets or a single Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missile, the latter boasting a range of up to 300 kilometers. This impressive range means that key military and strategic targets deep within mainland China's coastal provinces are now potentially within Taiwan's strike capability. Reports suggest that Taiwan may have already acquired these long-range ATACMS missiles, a detail that is sure to alarm military planners in Beijing. This deployment is part of a larger arms deal with the U.S., with 11 of a total 29 HIMARS systems already delivered. The move aligns with America's broader strategy to build a strong coalition in the Indo-Pacific to counter China's growing military and economic dominance. While the HIMARS system has proven its devastating effectiveness in the Ukraine conflict, analysts note that China's more advanced air defense systems could pose a greater challenge. The activation of this unit comes as Chinese military aircraft and vessels continue to cross the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait, prompting regular intrusion warnings from Taipei and keeping the region on high alert. #Taiwan #China #HIMARS #USChinaRelations #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Geopolitics #OneindiaNews #IndoPacific #ATACMS Also Read Pakistan at China’s Command: Proxy War on India, Debt Trap at Home—Sri Lanka 2.0 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/pakistan-at-china-s-command-proxy-war-on-india-debt-trap-at-home-sri-lanka-2-0-7791359.html?ref=DMDesc Iran To Buy Chinese J-10C Fighter Jets :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/iran-to-buy-chinese-j-10c-fighter-jets-7788123.html?ref=DMDesc China Halts Exports Of Specialty Fertilisers To India Amid Rising Tensions, Raising Supply Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/china-halts-exports-of-specialty-fertilisers-to-india-amid-rising-tensions-raising-supply-concerns-7783941.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~

BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL Debate | Democrats FUME as Republicans Push Through Planned Parenthood Cuts

Planned Parenthood is under serious threat as Republicans move closer than ever to cutting its federal Medicaid funding. A surprise Senate ruling has allowed the GOP to include the defunding measure in their sweeping megabill—without needing to overcome a filibuster. Democrats are outraged, warning it’s a direct attack on women’s health and reproductive rights. With $792 million in funding at stake, and abortion access on the line, the battle over Planned Parenthood is reaching a boiling point. #TrumpBill #VoteARama #ElonMusk #USPolitics #BigBeautifulBill #AmericaParty #SenateShowdown #July4Deadline #GOPSplit #CongressLive Also Read Senate Approves $95.3 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/senate-passes-ukraine-aid-package-gen-3750585.html?ref=DMDesc Joe Manchin Announces Retirement, Opening Up Senate Seat for Republicans :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/joe-manchin-announces-retirement-opening-up-senate-seat-for-republicans-gen-3679879.html?ref=DMDesc Jacob Lew confirmed as ambassador to Israel :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/jacob-lew-confirmed-as-ambassador-to-israel-gen-3672625.html?ref=DMDesc

Lithuania and the Philippines sign security pact to counter 'authoritarian axis' of China and Russia

Lithuania and the Philippines sign security pact to counter 'authoritarian axis' of China and Russia The Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan and Brunei have been involved in prolonged territorial standoffs but confrontations between Chinese and Philippine coast guard and naval forces have spiked in recent years. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/06/30/lithuania-and-the-philippines-sign-security-pact-to-counter-authoritarian-axis-of-china-an Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages