Why Recent Surprise Attacks Against Russia and Iran Should Worry Taiwan
On June 1, Ukraine caught Russia off-guard with a bold series of drone strikes against five air bases inside of Russia. Weeks later, Israel initiated its ongoing air campaign against Iran’s nuclear program with an equally cunning attack on Iranian soil. These dramatic Trojan horse operations, replete with hidden weapons placed deep within their target’s territory, caught the world’s attention. Hopefully, Taipei took notice too. Taiwan must prepare for a range of potential contingencies. From gray zone incursions to naval blockades, and from long range strikes and offshore island grabs to a full-scale invasion: Chinese defense planners have options. Taiwan The post Why Recent Surprise Attacks Against Russia and Iran Should Worry Taiwan appeared first on War on the Rocks.
On June 1, Ukraine caught Russia off-guard with a bold series of drone strikes against five air bases inside of Russia. Weeks later, Israel initiated its ongoing air campaign against Iran’s nuclear program with an equally cunning attack on Iranian soil. These dramatic Trojan horse operations, replete with hidden weapons placed deep within their target’s territory, caught the world’s attention. Hopefully, Taipei took notice too. Taiwan must prepare for a range of potential contingencies. From gray zone incursions to naval blockades, and from long range strikes and offshore island grabs to a full-scale invasion: Chinese defense planners have options. Taiwan
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