The China showcased high-destructive hypersonic missiles during military exercises near Taiwan, an action that could be a warning to the United States about possible interference in the region.
The images showed a H-6K bomber carrying two YJ-21 missiles, weaponry designed to target large vessels.
The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) stated that the training included blockades, target strikes, and air and maritime combat tests, reinforcing its military capability to defend Chinese sovereignty.
The YJ-21 missile, also called Eagle Strike-21, has a range of up to 1,500 km and can reach speeds of Mach 10, making it difficult to intercept. Its conical warhead resembles the Russian Kh-47 model, providing increased lethality. Initially tested on a Type 055 ship, its integration into the H-6K bomber expands China’s offensive power in long-range attacks against naval and land targets.
Tensions between China and Taiwan have escalated since the inauguration of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, a supporter of the island’s independence. The United States, allies of Taiwan, have already demonstrated military support for the region, heightening rivalry with Beijing.
The hypersonic missile video is seen as a message not only to the U.S. but also to Japan and South Korea, suggesting that China is ready to respond to any foreign intervention in the territorial dispute.
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