Disasters Kill Many; Seven Officials Still Absent；Xi's Missile Tests Overshadow Disaster Crisis
In July 2026, various parts of China faced multiple disasters, with residents in Guangxi, Hubei, Gansu, and other areas struggling to survive amid floods, tornadoes, and landslides.
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