China has warned that Taiwan's independence could mean "war." A few days ago, Taiwan accused Chinese warplanes of entering its territory. China has warned that Taiwan's efforts to gain independence would mean an open war.

 China has warned that Taiwan's independence could mean "war."

A few days ago, Taiwan accused Chinese warplanes of entering its territory. China has warned that Taiwan's efforts to gain independence would mean an open war.

The threat comes just days after China stepped up its military activities and warplane flights near Taiwan.

This development has taken place in the United States since Biden took over the presidency and continued to support Taiwan and clarify US policy in Asia.

The latest US threat from China was described as "unfortunate" and said tensions should not escalate into a confrontation. China considers Taiwan it's part but claims to be an independent state.

"We are very serious about making it clear to the freedom-seeking forces in Taiwan that those who play with fire burn and Taiwan's independence Will mean war.

China and Taiwan: The main problem

China and Taiwan have had separate governments since the 1949 civil war in China. China has always sought to minimize Taiwan's role in the international arena, and the two governments have sought to increase their influence in the Pacific.

China considers Taiwan a separate province

Tensions between the two governments have risen in recent years. China has never ruled out using force to establish its sovereignty over the island.

Taiwan is recognized by only a few countries in the world, but it has deep trade and informal relations with many countries of a democratically established government.

Like many other countries, the United States does not have formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, but under law, it can provide military assistance to Taiwan for its own defense.

The United States responded to China's threat of war on Thursday evening.

Kirby added that the Pentagon believes there is a reason for the escalation of tensions over Taiwan.

In the face of deteriorating Sino-US relations, Biden's administration in the United States is expected to keep up pressure on China over disputes such as human rights, trade wars, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

According to the BBC's Robert Bratt in Beijing, Chinese officials have always avoided talking about war and insisting that their country is very peaceful.