China calls Japanese warship transit a provocation

China has condemned the passage of a Japanese warship through the Taiwan Strait, calling it a clear provocation. Beijing accused Tokyo of undermining regional stability and stated that the Chinese military closely monitored the vessel's movement. The Taiwan Strait remains one of the most sensitive flashpoints in the Indo-Pacific, where every naval transit carries significant political weight. This incident highlights the widening strategic rivalry between China and Japan over the Taiwan issue.