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In response to provocations, Taiwan has ramped up its military readiness. Recent military exercises conducted by China, termed "Strait Thunder 2025A," are viewed as part of a broader strategy of gray zone warfare aimed at testing Taiwan’s boundaries without inciting full military engagement. Such tactics, including military drills and actions against undersea infrastructure, resemble historical precedents set by other aggressor nations.
Scenarios for Potential Invasion
Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Chuck DeVore has outlined three primary scenarios for how a Chinese invasion could unfold: