While Beijing publicly advocates restraint, sustained tensions between the U.S. and Iran serve its strategic interests.

The Maritime Security Belt 2026 exercise comes as the U.S. is flowing forces to the Middle East ahead of a possible attack on Iran.

Discounts on Russian Urals and Iranian Light crude have widened significantly as the sanctioned producers compete for the limited market of China’s independent refiners.

State Department launches Freedom.gov to promote secure internet access worldwide as America approaches its 250th anniversary, countering censorship.

President Donald Trump says he and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed the situation in Iran in a wide-ranging call as the U.S. administration pushes Beijing and others to further isolate Tehran.

Asked whether China would join Russia in supporting Iran against any US 'aggression,' Foreign Ministry stresses 'resolution of issues through political and diplomatic channels' - Anadolu Ajansı

Iran appears to be entering one of its most volatile phases in recent years.rnAn alleged assassination plot near Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s residence.rnA dramatic ballistic missile launch showcasing underground launch complexes.

China and Russia have forged closer ties with Tehran but have shown little willingness to provide military aid in a conflict with the U.S.