https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-taiwan-update-august-14-2026Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-taiwan-update-august-14-2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-taiwan-update-august-14-2026#u44432Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:31:10 +0000Taiwan is conducting military drills to prepare for a potential invasion by China. The drills include training Abrams tank crews to hide and refuel in urban areas, simulating an internet blackout, and deploying coast guard vessels. China has called the drills a 'wasteful charade'. The exercises are part of Taiwan's efforts to bolster its defenses against China's growing military presence.Why it mattersTaiwan has been increasing its military preparedness in response to China's growing assertiveness. China has not ruled out using force to bring Taiwan under its control.