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The Taiwan scenario that could outfox the U.S. | DW News
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/04/07Ever wondered about the "gray zone" tactics that could challenge the U.S. in the Taiwan Strait? This video breaks down a specific scenario involving a "quarantine"—a law enforcement action, not an outright blockade—and explains the complex dilemmas it would present. You'll gain insight into geopolitical strategy and pick up key terms like "quarantine" versus "blockade" and "maritime militia".
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- To organize things by putting them into groups
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- Group or class of similar things or people
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- Basically; (said when stating the basic facts)
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- Capable of happening or becoming reality
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- Large enough to be noticed or have an effect
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