China’s Deadly Dilemma: Rising Violence Tests Xi’s Security State
In 2024, China faced an unprecedented surge in violent attacks, challenging President Xi Jinping’s vision of a harmonious society. Over 20 incidents claimed more than 90 lives, exposing cracks in the nation’s vaunted security apparatus. The deadliest attack occurred in November when a 62-year-old man, angered by his divorce settlement, drove an SUV into a […]