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Is Xi’s purge a blow to China's combat readiness?
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January 26, 2026
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1:33Now PlayingChinese leader Xi Jinping’s purge of his top general has sent shock waves around the globe. CNN Beijing Bureau Chief Steven Jiang explains its implications for the world’s biggest standing army and Beijing’s ambitions to take control of Taiwan. #CNN #China #PLA
Xi purges top military generals for corruption
Purged generals accused of undermining Xi's military authority
Zhang suspected of leaking China nuclear secrets to US
Xi purge reflects demand for absolute military loyalty
Purge may reduce Taiwan attack likelihood but risks aggressive leadership
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