Nevertheless, as we are living through the war in Iran, it’s worth making an attempt to understand what is happening, however confusing it might be. As it stands now, the United States and Israel are conducting an air war that appears bent on destroying Iran’s nuclear program. There is, of course, another vital dimension to this war: oil. A war in Iran would likely be very long and unsuccessful. Given China’s exposure, and given the ongoing negotiations between Washington and Beijing, China is unlikely to provide military assistance to Iran.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 11, 2026 14:51 UTC