Xi Jinping Ousts Top General Zhang Youxia Over Alleged Leaks to USA
General Zhang Youxia has been ousted from the military following allegations that he leaked sensitive nuclear weapons data to the USA.The second-highest-ranking official also faces accusations of accepting bribes for promotions and forming political cliques to undermine party unity.This move is part of a wider purge by
Xi Jinping that has resulted in the removal of 17 generals and over 200,000 officials since 2012.
Published:Monday