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Why was Taiwan’s president evacuated in the middle of night? China fears push Taipei into war mode

Published on Aug 08, 2026 07:33 am IST

Taiwan’s President William Lai took part in a dramatic nighttime evacuation drill as Taipei launched its largest-ever Han Kuang military exercises. The president was moved from the Presidential Office to a secure command center, while Taiwan shut down key infrastructure, including the Danjiang Bridge, for military mobilization drills. The exercises are designed to prepare for a potential Chinese invasion, blockade, air strikes, and amphibious assault. With Chinese aircraft and warships increasing activity around the island, Taiwan is expanding both military and civilian readiness. Watch the full report on why Taiwan is preparing for a possible worst-case scenario and what it signals.

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