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News in English (USA) / 27.12.2025 / 07:00

Escalation in US-China Tensions Over Taiwan Arms Sales

The recent approval of a massive arms sale package by the US to Taiwan, valued at over $11 billion, has sparked significant backlash from China, leading to a series of sanctions against dozens of US defense companies. Beijing has targeted major firms including Boeing and Northrop Grumman, expressing strong condemnation and threatening further retaliation. The arms deal, which includes a wide array of military equipment, has raised concerns about escalating tensions in the Indo-Pacific region. Experts warn that the ongoing military support for Taiwan could further destabilize relations between the US and China, with the latter asserting that such actions could ultimately backfire on Washington.
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