Zhang Youxia: Xi Jinping’s Once Most Trusted Ally
First, it is essential for the western world to understand who Zhang Youxia really is and the background.
Beyond his top-tier position as the “top general,” “Xi's second-in-command,” and Vice Chairman of CMC,” Zhang Youxia embodies the rare convergence of “red aristocracy,” second-generation military lineage, and real operational power. Within the CCP military system, he is a true “super princeling.”
More importantly, Zhang’s relationship with Xi Jinping did not begin in their own generation—it originated with their fathers and continued uninterrupted to the present day.
Throughout Xi Jinping’s rise and consolidation of power, Zhang Youxia was the most critical, central, and irreplaceable ally in Xi’s pursuit of personal political dominance—without exception.
It is no exaggeration to say that in Xi Jinping’s mind, Zhang Youxia ranked second only to himself and Xi Yuanping, and above Peng Liyuan (Xi’s wife) and Peng Lei (Xi’s brother-in-law).
Under the CCP’s historical logic, allegations of corruption or personal misconduct would never justify touching someone like Zhang. Even if he had embezzled half the country, Xi Jinping would still not have acted against him.
This leads to the unavoidable question:
What could possibly have forced Xi Jinping to move d ecisively against Zhang Youxia?
Breaking: Xi’s Arrest Operation of His Second-in-Command (Zhang Youxia) Sends Fear and Mistrust Through the PLA and Entire CCP
Arrest Operation Timeline:
Zhang Youxia was arrested on the morning of January 24th (Beijing time), and less than 24 hours later—specifically at 3:00 p.m.—the CCP quickly announced the news.
The operation was exceptionally swift. It is worth noting that in the days prior to the arrest, the CCP deliberately leaked rumors that Zhang had already been detained.
The purpose was to flush out any connections, observe whom he contacted, and track any movement of assets.
Xi personally ensured 24-hour surveillance and real-time monitoring, a level of oversight never seen before.
Meanwhile, Liu Zhenli, CMC Member and Chief of the Joint Staff Department of the Central Military Commission, was sent on official business to Northeast China, physically separated from Zhang Youxia, and was subsequently arrested there.
Both Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli had deep roots in the CCP military system and widespread influence among their subordinates.
Xi Jinping is clearly preparing a comprehensive purge, targeting their networks and allies. It is expected that thousands more will be arrested in the coming period.
Source: Miles Guo, NFSC Intel
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