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Chatham House5h
The Israel–Iran ceasefire is a relief for China. But the war exposed Beijing’s lack of leverage
China will be forced to continue hedging its bets as it adjusts to a fundamentally changed Middle Eastern security outlook.
Decoding Israel, Iran and China’s collision of interests in the Middle East
The conflict exposed a harsh reality for Iran: strategic alliances with China and Russia do not guarantee military backing ...
The Iran-China-Russia Axis Crumbles When It Matters
After Iran’s parliament voted to close the Strait of Hormuz, Beijing’s foreign-affairs spokesperson stressed—in what looked ...
Al Jazeera on MSN4d
Israel-Iran conflict exposed China’s ‘limited leverage’, say analysts
China called for a ceasefire. But despite its recent history of mediation in the region, its role was limited this time.
‘If Middle East Is Unstable, World Will Not Be at Peace’: How China Views the Israel-Iran War
“If the Middle East is unstable, the world will not be at peace,” Chinese President Xi Jinping said June 19. “If the conflict ...
Iran’s defense minister thanks China for support on first foreign trip since Israel conflict
Iran’s defense minister has traveled to diplomatic and economic ally China on his first reported trip abroad since a 12-day ...
The Christian Science Monitor4d
Iran relies on China and Russia. They didn’t show up for its fight with Israel.
Much has been made of the emerging alliance among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. But the recent strikes on Iran ...
Israel-Iran Conflict Spurs China to Reconsider Russian Gas Pipeline
The Power of Siberia 2 project has been stalled for years, but Beijing is growing concerned about the reliability of oil and ...
Iran Joins China and Russia in Security Talks After US Strikes
Iranian defense chief joins China-led talks as Tehran deepens military ties and ramps up oil exports to Beijing amid U.S.
China Warns Iran-Israel Conflict May Spiral, Calls for Peace
China warned the Iran-Israel conflict may spread wider instability in the Middle East, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaching ...
China's Iran oil imports surge in June on rising shipments, teapot demand
China's oil imports from Iran surged in June as shipments accelerated before the recent conflict between Israel and Iran and ...
Legit.ng on MSN6d
Israel vs Iran: China makes direct shot at US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump has been accused of fueling the tension in the Middle East amid the escalated hostilities between ...