Xi’s Purge of China’s Military Brings Its Top General Down

By The BriefBrief

In a significant shake-up within China's military leadership, President Xi Jinping has removed a top general amid ongoing efforts to consolidate power and reform the armed forces.

WHO: President Xi Jinping, Top General (unnamed)

WHAT: Purge of military leadership

WHEN: Oct 28, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: China

WHY: To consolidate power and implement military reforms

Sources (1): NYT Breaking

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