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A new suit filed in the D.C. Circuit by the Public Integrity Project claims President Trump and Attorney General Bondi violated a 2024 anti-propaganda law by approving a TikTok U.S. sale to a Trump-backed investor group (Oracle, MGX, Susquehanna, General Atlantic), arguing the deal enriched Trump allies and left ByteDance in control of the algorithm while Oracle controls the data.
China's National People's Congress Standing Committee announced the removal of nine military officials from its lawmakers list ahead of the upcoming Two Sessions, part of Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption campaign that has seen hundreds removed in recent years. The nine join a wave of purges including PLA Ground Force commander Li Qiaoming, former PLA Navy commander Shen Jinlong, and Sun Shaochong (former Inner Mongolia party chief), following the earlier removal of top general Zhang Youxia. The moves are viewed as efforts to consolidate power before Beijing’s annual meetings (March 4–11), when the government will outline its five-year plan and economic targets.
China’s sweeping anti-corruption purge has removed or investigated dozens of top PLA officials, including Gen. Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli, leaving only Xi Jinping and Zhang Shengmin from the 2022 Central Military Commission. Analysts warn the purge is draining experienced leadership, potentially hindering coordination and readiness for complex operations like a Taiwan contingency, even as authorities frame the moves as strengthening party control. The long-term effect will depend on who can credibly fill the vacancies and stabilize the force.
China’s top general Zhang Youxia, joint vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission, and CMC staff chief Liu Zhenli are under investigation for suspected serious violations of discipline and law, marking a rare purge at the PLA’s upper ranks amid Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption drive. Reports cited by the Wall Street Journal allege leaks of nuclear information to the U.S. and bribery for promotions, though verification remains limited; analysts say the investigation tests leadership stability even as Beijing continues military modernization and its Taiwan posture.
China's anti-corruption campaign has led to the expulsion of three top military officers, including Wang Renhua, Zhang Hongbing, and Wang Peng, from the national legislature, highlighting ongoing efforts to address corruption within the military.
Nepal's new Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called for calm and cooperation after violent protests over corruption and social media bans resulted in at least 72 deaths, widespread destruction, and the resignation of the previous Prime Minister. She announced compensation for families of victims and aims to rebuild the nation, with elections scheduled for March 2025.
Nepalese young protesters from Generation Z successfully led a movement that ousted the prime minister, but now face the challenge of rebuilding a damaged capital and planning for the country's future.
Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned amid widespread protests and chaos following the deaths of anti-corruption protesters, with the parliament set on fire and social unrest escalating across the country.
Nepal lifted a social media ban less than a day after anti-corruption protests triggered by the ban resulted in 19 deaths and over 100 injuries, leading to a curfew in Kathmandu to prevent further unrest. The government also announced plans for an investigation into the violence and offered relief to victims' families.
Public trust in Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has dropped to its lowest in six months following wartime protests against measures to weaken anti-corruption agencies, with a recent poll showing trust at 58%, down from 74% in May, amid concerns over governance and handling of the war.
Ukrainian President Zelensky's approval rating has dropped from 65% to 58% following a scandal involving anti-corruption agencies, with public trust declining due to perceived mishandling of reforms and recent protests. Despite reversing controversial legislation, the scandal has impacted his popularity, and experts warn of potential political instability ahead of upcoming elections.
Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies detained four individuals, including a lawmaker and officials, in a probe into large-scale corruption involving drone and jamming system procurement, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat corruption amid foreign aid dependence and EU membership aspirations.
Young Ukrainians successfully pressured President Zelensky to overturn a law that threatened the independence of key anti-corruption agencies, highlighting their demand for democratic reforms amid ongoing war and external pressures. The protests reflected broader concerns about Ukraine's fight against corruption and its European integration prospects, with Zelensky's government facing scrutiny over its commitment to reforms and democratic principles.
Ukraine's parliament approved new legislation restoring the independence of its main anti-corruption agencies following mass protests and international pressure, marking a significant reversal from previous laws that undermined these agencies.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy signed a law restoring independence to key anti-corruption agencies, NABU and SAP, after domestic protests and EU pressure led to a reversal of a previous bill that aimed to control these agencies. The new law includes measures like mandatory polygraph tests for officers and aims to eliminate Russian influence, with both agencies praising the change.