China’s hidden military purge: Why it’s linked to a possible coup

China’s hidden military purge: Why it’s linked to a possible coup

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Recently, the Chinese PLA has been rocked by a massive purge. Many powerful military leaders — including many Xi Jinping’s own loyalists — have been dismissed, arrested and placed under investigation. At first glance, it’s baffling: why would Xi turn on his own inner circle?
New leaks suggest something much deeper is unfolding inside the Chinese military — a hidden power struggle that points to a failed coup attempt. But who was really behind it? Was Xi purging his opponents — or is he being purged himself? We dive into the latest explosive revelations and piece together one of the most dangerous political battles inside China’s military.

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