台军首次发射“海马斯”，现场两度卡壳

Core Points - The Taiwanese military conducted its first live-fire exercise of the "HIMARS" multiple launch rocket system at the Jiupeng base in southeastern Taiwan, involving 11 rocket vehicles and firing 33 "reduced-range practice rounds" [1][3] - The exercise faced technical issues, with two interruptions due to signal anomalies and only one vehicle successfully firing in the first round, requiring follow-up shots to complete the process [1][3] - The Taiwanese Army emphasized that these issues are part of the training process and were managed according to U.S. guidelines and shooting procedures, with U.S. Lockheed Martin technicians providing on-site support [3] Military Procurement and Deployment - The first batch of 11 "HIMARS" systems will be prioritized for deployment in western Taiwan, with plans to establish additional "multiple rocket artillery battalions" in northern, central, southern Taiwan, and the Penghu combat zone [3] - The procurement of the "HIMARS" system was proposed during the tenure of former Chief of General Staff Li Hsi-ming, aimed at "cross-regional reinforcement" rather than "preemptive strikes" [3] Political Context - The Taiwanese defense department has firmly opposed any military collusion between the U.S. and Taiwan, warning that supporting "Taiwan independence" undermines peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait [3] - The Chinese government has urged the U.S. to adhere to the One China principle and the commitments made in the three Sino-U.S. joint communiqués, warning against the consequences of supporting "Taiwan independence" [3]