China removes Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli from Central Military Commission

China's top legislature removed two senior military commanders, Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, from their state defense posts on Friday. The removals, carried out by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, are part of a broader anti-graft campaign initiated by President Xi Jinping. These actions follow investigations into suspected serious violations of discipline and law. Zhang Youxia was dismissed as vice chairman of the Central Military Commission, while Liu Zhenli was removed as a commission member. Both men, along with former senior officers Zhong Shaojun and Ju Qiansheng, were also removed as deputies to the National People's Congress. With these dismissals, the Central Military Commission now comprises only two active members, including Xi Jinping, who also chairs the commission.