A top Chinese official is warning of "serious consequences" if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island nation of Taiwan which China has long insisted is not an independent state but rather part of China. Lijian added that there will be "firm and resolute measures" in reaction to Pelosi’s trip. "We do not confirm or deny international travel in advance due to longstanding security protocols," a Pelosi spokesperson told Fox News Digital on Wednesday morning. BIDEN STOPPING PELOSI'S TAIWAN VISIT WOULD CREATE A 'MAJOR FOREIGN POLICY CRISIS,' SEN. COTTON SAYSU.S. officials say they have little fear that China would attack Nancy Pelosi’s plane if she flies to Taiwan. The U.S. maintains informal relations and defense ties with Taiwan even as it recognizes Beijing as the government of China.

Source: Fox News July 28, 2022 02:26 UTC