China's Defense Minister Investigation Sparks Speculation and Concern

Speculations are growing about a Chinese nuclear-powered submarine meeting a serious mishap in the Yellow Sea, resulting in the loss of all hands on board. China's Defense Minister, Li Shangfu, has been conspicuously absent from the public eye for two weeks, leading to speculation that he is under investigation and stripped of his responsibilities. The incident has raised concerns about turmoil within China's ruling Communist Party. The Taiwanese Ministry of National Defense has refrained from commenting on the matter, citing sensitivity. Experts believe that China may attempt to hide the incident, but incidents like these tend to come to light eventually.