General Zhang Youxia, a high-ranking officer in the Chinese military, has been accused of leaking sensitive nuclear information to the CIA and accepting bribes.
• Zhang, 75, was a trusted ally of President Xi Jinping and vice chairman of the Central Military Commission.
• He is currently under investigation and was detained by anti-corruption authorities.
• Reports suggest Zhang leaked technical data about China's nuclear weapons to the United States for personal gain.
• A special task force has been sent by Xi to the area where Zhang was previously stationed, likely to track any support he may receive.
• This investigation follows a challenging year for the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force, which manages China's nuclear arsenal.
• The recent purges in the military are viewed as one of the largest overhauls in decades, reminiscent of the chaos following an attempted coup in 1971.
The allegations against General Zhang mark a significant moment in China's military leadership and may reflect wider issues within the PLA. This situation arises amidst President Xi's tightening grip on military power and indicates ongoing internal struggles within the Chinese Communist Party.
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