Video: China Uses Powerful J-20s to Threaten Taiwan
In a show of force, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China released a video highlighting the capability of its stealth fighter jets J-20 during the military exercises “Joint Sword 2024A”.
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These exercises, lasting two days and simulating an invasion of the island of Taiwan, encircled the autonomous territory, escalating tensions in the region.
The 55-second video, released by the PLA’s Eastern Theater Command, showcases several striking scenes of the J-20 fighter jets, including tandem takeoffs and formation flights. One of the most striking scenes, captured inside the cockpit of one of the jets, depicts a pilot ready for action. Accompanied by a dramatic soundtrack, the video highlights the “lethality through the strait,” as captioned in English.
This video release comes shortly after the military exercises that the PLA described as a response to the inaugural speech of Taiwan’s new president, Lai Ching-te, on May 20. Lai reiterated his commitment to Taiwan’s independence and sovereignty, prompting criticism from China, which repeatedly labels the president as a “separatist.”
The video highlights the features of the J-20, known as the Mighty Dragon, emphasizing its stealth, supercruise capability, and high situational awareness. The PLA left no doubt about its intentions, stating that the exercises were designed to test its ability to “take power” over Taiwan.
The released material is available on social media and has been widely shared, indicating the increasing militarization and complex geopolitical dynamics in the Taiwan Strait.
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