The Disappearance of China's Defense Minister: A Growing Mystery

Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu is reportedly under investigation for corruption and is likely to be removed from his position, according to U.S. officials. This comes as part of a series of purges within Beijing's security ranks, raising concerns about the management of China's foreign policy and questioning President Xi Jinping's leadership. Li's absence from public view for the past two weeks has fueled speculation, with some Chinese officials attributing it to "health issues" while others believe it is related to corruption charges from his previous role as head of military procurement. The ongoing purges and lack of transparency in China's leadership have led to uncertainty and instability in the country's domestic and foreign affairs.