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This suggests that China’s military response was directly influenced by U.S. military operations elsewhere. In essence, the pause was not just routine or scheduled maintenance, but an instantaneous, reactive measure—almost as if Beijing hit a "kill switch" once it perceived a significant threat or upheaval. The sudden pullback hints at a higher-level strategic calculation rather than a mere logistical hiccup.
Underlying Reasons for the Sudden Retreat
This abrupt halt points toward a deeper, more alarming explanation: a crisis of confidence rooted in recent battlefield realities.