On December 29 and 30, 2025, the People's Republic of China (PRC) conducted large-scale military exercises in the area around Taiwan, known as "Justice Mission 2025." These maneuvers, as per the announcement from the Eastern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army, focused on maritime and aerial combat readiness, general superiority, and blocking key ports and territories, all aimed at establishing a three-dimensional deterrence in the maritime region surrounding Taiwan. This is not the first time the PRC has engaged in exercises simulating a blockade of the island that it considers its territory. During the "Justice Mission" exercises, Chinese fighters engaged in particularly aggressive maneuvers against Taiwanese aircraft, leading to a series of incidents on December 29. These exercises highlighted a growing tension in the region as the PRC demonstrated its military capabilities and intentions regarding Taiwan. The incidents involving missile launches and aggressive patrolling have raised alarms about the potential for confrontation in the already tense cross-strait relations. The increasing frequency and intensity of these exercises underline the ongoing geopolitical struggle in the Taiwan Strait and signal the PRC's determination to assert its claims over Taiwan. As Taiwan continues to bolster its defenses with support from international allies, including the United States, these developments could set the stage for further escalations in military confrontations, making the situation in the region one of increased instability and concern for global peace.