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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Three floors of the CITIC Tower taken up by national security

Direct translation

The "China Zun" Tower hides a shocking secret

—The "China Zun" Tower, overlooking Zhongnanhai, has its mysterious three floors taken over by national security

Reporter / Editor : Fang Xun / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0629/2401607.html / Image : Beijing's tallest landmark, the CITIC Tower, was struck by a light aircraft on 26 June 2026. (AFP)

On 26 June 2026, Beijing's tallest landmark, the CITIC Tower (China Zun), was suddenly and violently struck by a light aircraft. Following the incident, while official reports were released, the specific cause of the accident remained silent. This vague statement immediately ignited a massive public outcry online. This extremely rare incident of a light aircraft striking a building instantly sparked strong public questioning of the airspace defense and security network in the core area of the capital, and once again made Beijing's tallest building the eye of global attention.

This 528-meter-tall landmark building has attracted much attention since its inception, but its unique geographical location has also caused setbacks. Construction officially began on 29 July 2013, and the structural topping-out was successfully completed on 18 August 2017. However, during the subsequent completion and acceptance phase, the building encountered unexpected troubles.

Hong Kong's Ming Pao newspaper once revealed in depth that the building's straight-line distance from Zhongnanhai is actually only slightly over 6 km. Chinese Communist Party inspectors discovered that from the top three observation decks (floors 106, 107, and 108), under good visibility conditions, one can see the Zhongnanhai compound, the seat of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the State Council, to the west with the naked eye. With military-grade high-powered binoculars, daily activities within Zhongnanhai can be clearly seen. Because of this extremely rare panoramic view, the high-rise building was given extremely high political sensitivity. To eliminate potential security risks, the Chinese government subsequently carried out sweeping reforms. After the "China Zun" officially began operation at the end of 2018, these top three floors were directly transferred to the national security authorities for full management and use.

Trump's stunning victory! Iraqi PM forces pro-IRGC militants to surrender!

Direct translation

Trump's stunning victory! New Prime Minister takes sudden action: forcing pro-Iranian militants to surrender!

- U.S. wins!

Reporter : Wang Duruo / Editor: Fang Xun / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0630/2402111.html

Significant changes have occurred in the Iraqi situation recently. From 28 to 29 June 2026, the government of new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi launched a series of anti-corruption and disarmament operations, seen by the outside world as a major development in the Middle East strategy adjustment following US President Trump's return to the White House.

In the early hours of 28 June 2026, Iraqi counter-terrorism special forces raided Baghdad's Green Zone, searching the residences of numerous politicians and high-ranking officials, arresting 47 people, including high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Oil, current and former members of parliament. The investigation focuses on corruption, US dollar smuggling, and networks of interest related to Iranian oil smuggling and pro-Iranian armed groups. Large amounts of cash and gold were found in the homes of some of those involved.

Iraqi Prime Minister Zaidi stated that this was just the beginning of the first major arrests.

On 29 June, Iraqi government spokesman Haidar al-Aboudi announced that all armed groups must complete their disarmament by September 30th. At that time, the US-led international anti-terrorism coalition will also end its mission in Iraq. Abdi emphasized that after the deadline, all weapons "not within the national framework" will be disposed of according to law.

Aboluowang commentator Wang Duren analyzed that this arms restriction order mainly targets factions within the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), which have close ties with Iran. However, the online claim that "Iraq is driving Iranian forces out of the country" is somewhat exaggerated; the official announcement is a demand for disarmament, not a complete expulsion of Iranian forces.

Wang Duran believes that with Zaidi's upcoming visit to the United States to meet with President Trump, the simultaneous implementation of these two major actions—anti-corruption and arms restrictions—is a "pledge of allegiance" to the Trump administration, showing that Baghdad is actively responding to Washington's long-standing demands to control pro-Iranian armed groups and combat corruption networks.

Wang Duran believes that Iraq's move sends two important signals: First, Baghdad is attempting to rebuild the authority of "state-monopolized force," reintegrating all armed forces into the national system; second, the new government is readjusting its strategic balance between the US and Iran, on the one hand releasing goodwill towards cooperation to Washington, and on the other hand continuously reducing the political, security, and military influence of Tehran and its proxies in Iraq. If the September 30th disarmament deadline is truly implemented, Iraq's internal power structure and even the entire strategic landscape of the Middle East could undergo significant changes.

Anti-Xi leaflets were found at Air China's base

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Another major incident has occurred following the Beijing plane collision! Anti-Xi leaflets were found at Air China's base.

Reporter : Wang Duruo / Editor: Zhongkang / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0630/2402124.html

The aftermath of the Beijing plane collision incident has barely subsided when another revelation has stirred public opinion. Photos circulating online show that after a light aircraft collided with the "China Zun" (a famous Chinese landmark) in Beijing's core no-fly zone, leaflets seemingly criticizing Xi Jinping appeared at the entrance of an Air China base in Beijing, the timing of which is extremely sensitive.

On 29 June 2026, the social media account "Qiangguo Wa Haha" posted several pictures claiming that leaflets had been posted at the entrance of the Air China flight training base in Beijing. The leaflets listed Xi Jinping's "ten major crimes," covering issues such as authoritarianism, censorship, education, and people's livelihood, and called for opposition to one-party rule and the establishment of a democratic system.

Even more attention-grabbing is the subsequent photo posted by the same account, claiming it came from an anonymous submission by an Air China captain. The photo shows a note near the cockpit control of an aircraft that reads "Democratic China, Return Power to the People," accompanied by the text: "Xi Jinping and the CCP, don't go too far. There are airplanes three feet above your heads; this will all come true."

As of now, the authenticity of the above images and submissions has not been officially confirmed. However, given the recent Beijing plane collision and the official information blackout, these leaks spread rapidly, reflecting strong skepticism about the truth of the incident.

The Beijing plane collision itself remains shrouded in mystery: How could a light aircraft fly into Beijing's core no-fly zone? Did air traffic control intercept it? Why was the pilot's identity not released for so long? What was the cause of the accident? Aside from the initial few hundred-word report, the official explanation has been almost nonexistent. The less information available, the more speculation arises.

If the photos were indeed taken at the Air China base, their symbolic significance far exceeds that of ordinary leaflets. Air China is not only the flagship enterprise of the Chinese Communist Party's civil aviation system but also a crucial airline responsible for transporting CCP leaders, and has long been considered a highly politically sensitive entity. If even such a tightly controlled location displays publicly displayed political slogans, regardless of their scale, it indicates a dangerous crack in public sentiment.

In fact, since 2026, numerous instances of publicly expressing political discontent have circulated online. In early June, slogans seemingly demanding the removal of leaders appeared at Tsinghua University, Xi Jinping's alma mater; in May, graffiti photos circulated in the underground parking lot of Xi'an Petroleum University, appearing to call for the removal of leaders. Now, anti-Xi leaflets have been found again at Air China's base, clearly indicating that the political repercussions of the Beijing plane collision incident continue to unfold.

Monday, June 29, 2026

Iran embarks on a path of no return

Direct translation

A stab to Trump! Iran embarks on a path of no return

Report by : Mr. Tao Miao / Editor: Fang Xun / Source: X / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0629/2401631.html

🚨 The mouthpiece of the Iranian regime's IRGC bluntly stated today: There is no choice, Iran must build an atomic bomb!

Fars News, a media outlet affiliated with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), published a commentary today titled "No Choice, Iran Must Build an Atomic Bomb." The article states bluntly that Iran must acquire nuclear deterrence to eliminate the US-Israel military option during the "transition period to a new world order," negotiating based on strength and status to obtain "peace and tranquility." They even drew an analogy to the CCP in the 1970s—the US only seriously negotiated after the CCP possessed atomic bombs.

This is not hearsay; it is a public statement from the core mouthpiece of the regime.

In the current context, this statement is extremely hurtful. The US and Iran previously had a ceasefire/negotiation framework (including a memorandum and a 60-day nuclear agreement window), and the IAEA also intervened to verify it. However, while negotiating, the Iranian regime continued to enrich uranium to a high level (reaching 60%, close to weapons-grade 90%), with a huge stockpile.

Khamenei's "nuclear embargo" has long been proven to be a taqiyya (religious cover-up/expedient measure). Now, hardliners are bluntly stating that nuclear weapons are a lifeline and a bargaining chip.

This precisely exposes the true logic of the Iranian regime: they have never intended to abandon their nuclear ambitions. Previous "peace negotiations" or "limited agreements" were merely delaying tactics and bargaining chips.

This Fars News article is tantamount to an open admission—without nuclear weapons, they can only passively endure attacks; with nuclear weapons, they can force their opponents to concede "through their power and position." Typical rogue regime thinking.

President Trump has repeatedly emphasized: Iran must never possess nuclear weapons! This is not a threat; it is the most sober assessment.

A regime that supports terrorist proxies, attacks international shipping (such as the Strait of Hormuz incident), and could hand over nuclear weapons to even more insane individuals at any time, would cause the complete collapse of the Middle East and global security landscape if it were to become nuclear-armed. Israel is even less likely to stand idly by. Any appeasement or half-hearted agreement will only make the next crisis more deadly.

Do these people in the Iranian regime think they can intimidate others and gain leverage by shouting "we must build nuclear weapons"? History has already proven that when authoritarian regimes gamble on nuclear weapons, it often accelerates their own demise.

The evidence is right there in their own media. It's clear how the Trump administration and its allies should respond—they can no longer afford to give this regime any illusions.

Completely eliminating the nuclear threat is the only way to truly bring "security and peace" to the region and the world. 💪🔥