China warns U.S. military aid to Taiwan could backfire after $567 million approval

The United States has approved $567 million in military aid to Taiwan, amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait. This decision follows previous aid packages, including $95 billion in April and $345 million last year. China has responded by warning that U.S. support for Taiwan could "backfire." Chinese officials reiterated their stance that Taiwan is a breakaway province and called for the U.S. to stop arming Taiwan. China's military activities in the region have increased, including naval harassment and simulated invasions of Taiwan. The U.S. does not recognize Taiwan as a sovereign state but remains its main defense partner.