Chinese forces kept up daily pressure around Taiwan, a routine but steady sign of tension in one of the world's most sensitive flashpoints.

• Five Chinese navy ships, two government vessels, and five military aircraft were tracked near Taiwan over a 24-hour period.
• Three of the aircraft crossed into Taiwan's southwest and eastern air zones.
• Taiwan's military responded with its own planes, ships, and shore-based missile systems.
• These incursions happen almost daily now, wearing down Taiwan's forces without triggering open conflict.

Outlook: Expect the near-daily patrols to continue, with occasional spikes tied to political events or foreign visits to Taipei.