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China removes two top generals from supreme military command body

China's military leadership sees major shakeup as two top generals are removed from supreme command body

By · Published August 31, 2026  03:58 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026  16:16 UTC

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Two top generals have been removed from China's supreme military command body. The Washington Post first reported that Beijing is expanding a purge of top generals. Later reporting from India Today named the generals as Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli.

The South China Morning Post confirmed their removal from top military positions. The Hindustan Times and India Today both noted that the purge includes a general who commanded the People's Liberation Army at Doklam and Galwan against India. The generals' removal is part of a corruption crackdown.

The generals' removal is the latest in a series of high-profile purges in China's military.

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Who are the generals that were removed?

The generals removed are Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli.

What is the reason given for their removal?

The removal is part of a corruption crackdown.

What is the significance of the generals' roles in India?

The generals commanded the People's Liberation Army at Doklam and Galwan against India.

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