Taiwan reported another day of Chinese military activity near the island, a routine but steady pressure that keeps tensions high.

• Six Chinese navy ships, two government vessels, and four aircraft were tracked around Taiwan over a 24-hour window.
• Two of the aircraft crossed into Taiwan's southwest and eastern air space.
• Taiwan's military responded with its own planes, ships, and shore-based missile systems.
• These near-daily incursions have become normal, wearing down Taiwan's forces without triggering open conflict.

Outlook: Expect the pattern to continue, with Chinese ships and planes appearing around Taiwan most days.