Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reported the discovery of four Chinese balloons beyond the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday. According to the ministry, three of the four flying objects approached the Earth to about 3,650 meters. According to a graphic from the ministry, they initially appeared southwest of the Ching-Chuan-Kang military base in the city of Taichung. The ministry further stated that it would „closely monitor“ the balloons and take „appropriate measures“ based on their characteristics, altitude and potential risks.