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News in English (USA) / 07.05.2026 / 18:00

China Sentences Former Defense Ministers to Suspended Death

In a major crackdown on corruption within its military, China has sentenced two former defense ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, to suspended death sentences. Both were convicted on charges of bribery and corruption as part of a broader anti-corruption campaign. Official media reports confirm that the ministers will face a two-year reprieve before the death sentence is carried out, reflecting a growing emphasis on accountability among high-ranking officials in the Chinese government.
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