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Middle East Conflict

China is forced to rip up its Middle East playbook

March 4, 2026March 3, 2026 by China Factor Staff

‘This is not a good time’ for Beijing as the fallout from Iran’s missile strikes starts to hit home

Categories Talking Point Tags China, Iran, Middle East Conflict, News, President Xi Jinping, United States Leave a comment

China’s ‘carrier-killer’ aimed at Trump’s armada

February 26, 2026February 25, 2026 by China Factor Staff

‘If Iran has supersonic capability to attack ships in the area,’ this is ‘a game-changer’

Categories Talking Point Tags Iran, Middle East Conflict, News, United States Threat, US Carrier Groups Leave a comment

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