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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | March 20th, 2025: China's Massive 'Invasion Barges' Spotted & Israel Unleashes On Gaza Following Ceasefire Collapse
Mar 20, 2025
China has revealed its new amphibious assault barges, raising concerns about potential invasion plans for Taiwan. Meanwhile, Israel has ramped up airstrikes against Gaza after a ceasefire collapse, sparking fears of an escalating conflict. The plight of hostages held by Hamas adds urgency to the military operations, while mass protests and rocket attacks create further instability in the region. As tensions mount, the implications for civilians and the future of peace are increasingly uncertain.
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- China's newly developed amphibious assault barges signal a troubling strategic shift that could enhance the threat of a Taiwan invasion.
- The collapse of the ceasefire in Gaza has led to intensified Israeli airstrikes, raising international concerns about the escalating violence and regional instability.
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China's Amphibious Assault Barges and Implications for Taiwan
China's military has developed new amphibious assault barges that raise concerns over a potential invasion of Taiwan. These barges, which resemble portable harbors used in World War II, are designed to facilitate rapid troop and equipment landings from the sea, increasing the feasibility of an invasion. Each barge features an extendable road bridge capable of navigating various obstacles, enabling direct access to coastal areas without requiring control of Taiwanese ports. The unveiling of these capabilities suggests a strategic shift that could complicate Taiwan’s defense, despite assessments that an invasion is not imminent.
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