The two-day war games, which began on Monday, occurred nearly two weeks after the U.S. announced an $11 billion arms sale to Taiwan. This sale had previously angered Beijing, which views Taiwan as a breakaway province. The exercises simulate the seizure and blockade of key areas of the island and serve as a warning against "Taiwan independence separatist forces" and "external interference," according to the Chinese military.

China's military exercises on Tuesday included 10 hours of live-firing exercises in the sea and airspace of five locations. The drills are taking place in the context of increasing tensions between the U.S. and China over trade, security, and human rights issues. The U.S. has been increasing its support for Taiwan in recent years, which has further strained relations with Beijing.

The situation highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region, particularly concerning Taiwan's status. The U.S. maintains a policy of "strategic ambiguity" regarding whether it would defend Taiwan in the event of an attack by China. This policy is designed to deter both China from attacking and Taiwan from declaring independence.

The Chinese military has not yet announced specific details regarding future exercises or actions. The U.S. government has stated that it is monitoring the situation closely and will continue to provide Taiwan with the resources it needs to defend itself.