Taipei, Aug. 11 (CNA) Taiwan's military on Tuesday conducted anti-airdrop drills in Taipei and Miaoli as part of the ongoing Han Kuang live-fire exercises, simulating efforts to repel enemy airborne forces and prevent infiltrating troops from breaching defensive lines. CNA photo Aug. 11, 2026Meanwhile, the 5th Combat Theater Command conducted an anti-airdrop drill in Miaoli, simulating special operations personnel detecting an enemy force and requesting fire support. Troops then dismounted from the CM34s to search and clear the area, completing the simulated anti-airdrop operation. The live-fire portion of the Han Kuang exercises, Taiwan's largest annual military drills, began last Wednesday and is scheduled to conclude Friday. Soldiers walk in formation during an anti-airdrop drill near Songshan Airport in Taipei on Tuesday as part of the Han Kuang 42 exercises.