China Removes 2 Top Military Officials Chinese authorities have initiated an investigation into two high-ranking military officials, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli. Both are accused of “serious violations of discipline and law.” The defense ministry confirmed that cases have been filed for review and investigation into these suspected offenses.

• Chinese authorities are investigating two senior military officials: Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli.
• The officials are accused of “serious violations of discipline and law.”
• Zhang Youxia is a member of the CCP’s Politburo and vice chairman of the CMC.
• Liu Zhenli is a member of the CMC and chief of the Joint Staff Department of the CMC.
• Investigations have been formally initiated into both individuals.