Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM
The article discusses the scrutiny surrounding General Zhang Youxia, who is perceived to be in trouble with Xi Jinping due to alleged undermining of authority and corruption, reflecting the ongoing purges within the Chinese leadership.
The Beijing leader consolidated one-man rule last month in rapid-fire actions against the military’s senior commanders.
The development follows pressure from Chinese leader Xi Jinping and concerns that the sale would derail President Trump’s coming visit to Beijing.
The Central Intelligence Agency posted a YouTube video depicting a Chinese officer’s lament about high-level purges.
China has sought to punish Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for remarks she made about Taiwan, but that strategy has largely backfired.
