The weekend purging of China's top general, Zhang Youxia, and another senior military officer, Gen Liu Zhenli, has left ...

China's purge of Zhang Youxia will reduce the near term threat of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan but increase the medium-long term threat.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.

The senior ranks of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) are in tatters.

China's leadership has been shaken by allegations against one of its most senior military figures, as internal briefings ...

This is a reminder coming directly from President Xi Jinping, that political loyalty stands well before combat readiness,” ...

What does seem clear is that Zhang’s purge — the most dramatic in a wave of military purges that has unfolded since 2023 — ...

Absolute power leaves those who wield it isolated and confused.

Military turmoil in China raises Taiwan invasion concerns as Xi Jinping removes senior officers. Analysts warn of growing ...

One of China's top generals has been purged from the military under the accusation of betraying the Communist Party and Xi Jinping.

The highest-ranking uniformed officer in China has been dramatically toppled in a sweeping anti-corruption purge that has ...