Two former Chinese defense ministers were sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve for corruption, marking a severe blow ...

Ex-defence ministers, Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe both sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve, among the most severe sentences in a years-long purge ...

The sentences are the latest in Chinese President Xi Jinping’s purge of senior officials, a drive targeting corruption that has consolidated political loyalty and control among the elite.

The former Chinese governor criticised for mishandling the Covid-19 outbreak is under investigation for corruption. The ...

The pair were among dozens of senior military figures ousted in the most extensive purges since the Mao era.

The announcement follows recent ousting of several top officials in China's military.

Two former Chinese defence ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, have been sentenced to death with reprieve on corruption charges, according to Xinhua. More to follow... Do you have questions about ...