Trump didn’t like what he saw.
China sent shockwaves across the globe on Wednesday as President Xi Jinping personally oversaw the largest military parade in the nation’s history, a stunning display of power clearly aimed at challenging the United States and intimidating Taiwan.
Xi declared that the “great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable,” vowing that the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) would “resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.” His remarks left no doubt that Beijing is preparing for a future showdown with America and its allies.
The 70-minute spectacle took place in Tiananmen Square, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s World War II surrender. Thousands of troops goose-stepped through the square while flanked by columns of tanks, missile carriers, and advanced drones in a jaw-dropping show of military strength.
China Prepares for War With Taiwan
U.S. intelligence agencies have long warned that Xi Jinping has set 2027 as a critical deadline for modernizing China’s armed forces — a timeline many analysts believe aligns with plans to invade Taiwan.
During the parade, China revealed its entire nuclear triad, showcasing weapons that can be launched from land, sea, and air. Among the most alarming was the DF-41 intercontinental ballistic missile, capable of striking the U.S. mainland from across the Pacific.
Even more concerning was what experts believe to be a new DF-61 hypersonic missile, carried on a massive WS2400 truck. This next-generation weapon is reportedly designed to outpace U.S. missile defense systems, giving Beijing a potential first-strike advantage.
Also on display were stealth drones, like the GJ-11 “Sharp Sword” UCAV, AI-powered tanks, underwater combat drones, and amphibious assault vehicles — clear evidence that China is preparing for a direct confrontation over Taiwan.
The Axis of America’s Enemies
Xi Jinping was flanked by two of America’s most dangerous adversaries: Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. Their appearance together sent a powerful message of hostile unity aimed squarely at the United States.
Following the parade, Putin and Kim held a two-hour closed-door meeting, where reports suggest Putin thanked Kim for his support of Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Also present were Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian and roughly two dozen other world leaders. Notably, most Western nations boycotted the event, with only Serbia and Slovakia sending top officials.
Trump Strikes Back
President Donald Trump wasted no time responding to the provocation. In a fiery Truth Social post, Trump addressed Xi, Putin, and Kim directly:
“Send my best best wishes to Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un as you plot against the USA,” — President Donald J. Trump
Trump’s message left no room for doubt: under his leadership, America will not bow to foreign threats, and U.S. military dominance will be preserved.
Taiwan Defiant
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te brushed off the parade as “psychological intimidation,” vowing that Taiwan will not be bullied into submission by Beijing’s show of force.
The PLA’s display came just months after the United States staged its own massive military celebration in Washington, D.C., marking the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army — a stark reminder that the two superpowers are locked in an escalating contest for global dominance.
Why This Matters for America’s Future
The growing partnership between China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran represents the most serious challenge to American power in decades.
With China racing to surpass U.S. military strength, America faces a critical decision: stand strong under Trump’s leadership or risk being outmatched by a coalition of hostile regimes.
As tensions rise in the Pacific, one thing is clear — President Trump is sending a message to the world: America will never surrender its position as the leader of the free world.
