U.S. intelligence agencies revealed that China may have sent a shipment of shoulder-fired missiles to Iran in recent weeks to support its war against the United States and Israel, signaling Beijing’s growing involvement in a conflict threatening to reshape Middle East power dynamics.[
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• The information remains unconfirmed, with no sightings of Chinese missiles used in battles yet.[argaam]
• U.S. officials state Beijing allowed private firms to supply Tehran with chemicals, fuel, and components for military production.
• Confirmation of the shipment would mark major escalation, hinting at Chinese intent to weaken U.S. military position.[youtube]
• American intelligence also tracks Russian aid to Iran via satellite imagery for targeting U.S. forces in the region.[argaam]
• China flatly denies the allegations, affirming its neutrality and calling for de-escalation.[instagram]
• Despite heavy reliance on Gulf oil, some Beijing officials see backing Tehran as a gain at Washington’s expense.
• Reports note China buys about 90% of Iran’s oil exports, funneling billions to its government and military.[argaam]
What’s Next?
This emerges as Trump prepares for a China visit next month, with U.S. concerns mounting over Beijing and Moscow becoming direct backers of Tehran’s axis in the ongoing war.[
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