A sudden removal at the top has sent shockwaves through Beijing’s political system.

The true reasons behind the probe of Gen. Zhang Youxia may never be known — but the move has prompted a closer look at Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s aims.

China's most senior general, Zhang Youxia, faces serious allegations. Investigations are underway for corruption and leaking sensitive nuclear weapons data to the United States. These accusations emerged during a closed-door military briefing.

China's Defense Ministry says the military's top general is under investigation for serious violations of discipline and law

Two PLA generals - Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli - are under investigation for serious violations of discipline and law. This term is often used by the CCP for corruption, often tied to political disloyalty.

Taiwan monitors unusual changes in China’s military leadership after senior generals face investigations, using intelligence to assess Beijing’s intentions toward the island.

Drone using a standard infantry assault rifle shows unprecedented accuracy in live-fire tests with human-sized target.