Taiwan’s military was placed on alert after detecting two Chinese warships operating near its Penghu Islands on April 27, 2026, authorities in Taipei said.
The vessels were spotted in sensitive waters in the Taiwan Strait, prompting Taiwan to deploy its own naval and air forces to monitor the situation. Officials said the ships eventually moved away but described the activity as part of ongoing pressure by China in the region.
China considers Taiwan a breakaway province and has increased military presence around the island in recent years, including regular air and naval patrols. Taiwan, which governs itself, has repeatedly condemned such actions as destabilizing and a threat to regional security.
The latest sighting comes amid heightened tensions across the Taiwan Strait, with Taipei maintaining vigilance against potential incursions. Taiwan’s defence ministry said it would continue to closely track Chinese military movements to ensure national security. No immediate escalation was reported following the incident.
