Chinese President Xi Jinping has expelled nine of his top military generals from the People's Liberation Army for what China says is corruption, including the country's number two general.

President Donald Trump brushed off a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan on Monday, making a rare remark about how his administration views the future of the island amid increasing threats from Beijing.

Pete Hegseth and China's defense chief discussed regional tensions following Xi Jinping's military parade showcasing nuclear weapons and alliances with Russia and North Korea.