Epoch Times 30th January 2026:
【Exclusive】Internal Opposition within the CCP’s Military Against Attacking Taiwan
Multiple sources close to the CCP military have revealed that there is a fundamental disagreement between Xi Jinping and the military system regarding whether to use force against Taiwan. These informed sources point out that within the CCP military, there is a high level of consensus opposing an attack on Taiwan, which is not just the personal stance of individual generals.
Official Announcement: Zhang Yuxia Falls from Power, Heavy Police Presence near Zhongnanhai
On the day when the official announcement came that Zhang Yuxia and Liu Zhenli had fallen from power, armed police and special police officers were visible everywhere near Zhongnanhai in Beijing. Checkpoints were set up by the police, checking the identification of passersby and searching their bags. Taking photos close to Zhongnanhai was prohibited.
Wuhan University of Technology Graduate Working as a Security Guard Summoned for Questioning and Dismissed
Recently, news of a “Wuhan University of Technology graduate working as a security guard being summoned by his alma mater” went viral, sparking widespread public attention. On January 28th, the individual, Mr. Xiong, released a video saying that working as a security guard wasn’t easy and he was subsequently dismissed.
Revelation: Cryptic Messages Circulating in Military, Deep-seated Conflict between Political and Military Systems
Following the announcement of the investigation into Zhang Yuxia, the CCP Vice Chairman of the Military Commission, and the Staff Officer of the Joint Staff Department, Liu Zhenli, military turmoil has escalated. According to a retired officer from the CCP’s 31st Group Army who recently leaked information, after Zhang Yuxia’s arrest, the CCP military fell into chaos, with senior officers at the regiment level submitting resignation reports one after another. There are rumors circulating within the military like “Are you the propaganda officer of the regiment?” indicating the deep-seated conflict between the political work system and the military command system. The officer stated that the military is currently in a “pre-war silence” state, and Xi Jinping is facing the greatest military crisis since taking office.
Global Quit the Party Center: 15 Million Registered for Quitting the Party in 2025
In 2025, a set of numbers that cannot be ignored but are not discussed in official narratives emerged in China.
Revelation: Former Deputy Minister of Central Organization Department Escaped Abroad, Xi’s Massive Purge Involves Millions
Recently, former Shanghai entrepreneur Hu Liren publicly revealed that there is widespread anxiety among senior CCP military officials following the shake-up, and a former Deputy Minister of the Central Organization Department has successfully left the country. Hu Liren relayed the official’s statement saying that in the more than ten years since Xi Jinping took office, large-scale purges have been carried out under the guise of anti-corruption, potentially affecting close to tens of millions of people, extending to retired officials.
East Coast of the U.S. to Face Another Winter Storm, Potential Bomb Cyclone Formation
Most areas on the East Coast of the United States have not fully recovered from the effects of last weekend’s massive winter storm, and another powerful winter storm may be on the horizon.
NTD Photo Contest Winners Announced: Two Gold and Four Silver Awards
On the evening of January 29th, the fifth NTD International Photography Contest, aimed at showcasing traditional beauty such as light, kindness, and nature, held its award ceremony. The contest produced two gold award winners, four silver award winners, and seven bronze award winners, as well as 20 outstanding award recipients.
Dust of Dandelion: China’s Sanitation Workers under “Electronic Shackles”
The Chinese people are often compared to “oxen and horses,” eating grass, pulling carts, and listening to orders. Among this group, there is a particularly disadvantaged tribe: urban sanitation workers. Over the years, sanitation workers have been exploited layer by layer, with reports of wage arrears and deductions not uncommon, sparking outrage each time. On January 19th, another news story related to sanitation workers once again stirred public anger.
After Zhang Yuxia’s Fall from Power, Rumors of Officials Fleeing and Serious Internal Strife Abound
CCP Vice Chairman of the Military Commission, Zhang Yuxia, was suddenly arrested on January 24th, triggering a political crisis within the CCP. In recent days, rumors of serious internal strife and officials fleeing have emerged within the CCP. Analysts believe that the Zhang Yuxia incident may lead to the collapse of the CCP regime.
CCP Military Newspaper Avoids Mentioning Zhang Yuxia in Anti-Corruption Discussion, Military Trends Abnormal
The simultaneous announcements of the fall of CCP Central Military Commission Vice Chairman Zhang Yuxia and Military Commission member Liu Zhenli on January 24th sparked strong public attention. However, aside from the military newspaper making a definitive statement on the two individuals that night, subsequent CCP propaganda remained silent, with the military not collectively expressing its stance. The military camps have been focusing on learning the so-called “strong military ideology” advocated by the Party leader. On January 30th, the military newspaper published a high-profile article discussing anti-corruption, but avoided mentioning Zhang and Liu, leading observers to find the situation abnormal.
Former U.S. Deputy Secretary: Rare Incident of Zhang Yuxia Taking a Test Ride on Eaglehawk Helicopter
A former high-ranking U.S. official revealed that CCP General Zhang Yuxia was the only Chinese military officer during a visit to the U.S. who was willing to ride on the U.S. military “Eaglehawk” helicopter.
NTD Photo Contest Silver Award Winner: Humanity Created by the Creator
Photographer Gina Pottenger, who won the silver award in the human category at the fifth NTD International Photography Contest, is a photojournalist. Years ago, she visited the West African country of Côte d’Ivoire, where she photographed a local non-profit Christian church involved in community clean-up projects.
Actress Jin Chen Accused of Hit-and-Run Incident, Assistant Reportedly Takes the Blame
Mainland Chinese actress Jin Chen, who starred in the crime drama “All in,” was recently accused of being involved in a hit-and-run traffic accident last year, allegedly fleeing the scene and letting her assistant take the blame, involving insurance claims. On January 29th, the topic trended as the number one hot search, sparking discussions among netizens.
Sun Shaoping Falls from Power, Former Military Affairs Office Director under Fang Yongxiang
Former Secretary of the Inner Mongolia Party Committee, Sun Shaoping, fell from power on January 29, 2026. Sun Shaoping had worked with Fang Yongxiang, who was then Assistant to the Political Work Department of the Military Commission, in handling affairs related to retired military personnel for nearly four years. Fang Yongxiang is currently the Director of the Military Commission’s General Office, but has not appeared in public for a long time, leading to continuous rumors about his situation. Sun Shaoping’s former partner, Wang Lixia, Chairman of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Government, fell from power in August 2025 while in office.