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POLITICSAug 27Could new US sanctions tear China and Iran apart?Washington's strategy of putting maximum economic pressure on Iran is tempered by its desire to smooth political tensions with China.DW News [en]
BUSINESSAug 27China Iranian oil imports nearly halve since war  | Peak Oil News and Message BoardsChina's imports of Iranian oil have reportedly decreased by almost 50% since an unnamed war. This indicates a significant shift in international energy trade patterns and economic relations.peakoil.com · United States
POLITICSAug 26Facing US sanctions, China stands firm on IranAmid US threats against Tehran's trading partners, Beijing asserts its firmness while seeking to avoid escalation just one month ahead of a new meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 26China vows payback for US Iran sanctions, testing stability ahead of Xi-Trump summitSouth China Morning Post
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 26CCTV captures terrifying mudslide engulfing Nepal-China borderCCTV footage shows people fleeing seconds before a massive mudslide engulfs a crossing on the Nepal-China border.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 26Landslide on China-Nepal border engulfs checkpoint, causing ‘major casualties’South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 26US pulls China punches in Iran ‘economic D-Day’ sanctionsChina warned of reprisals against possible United States sanctions as the Trump administration launched “economic D-Day” in a bid to isolate Iran following six months of military conflict. “China will do everything necessary to firmly safeguard its rights and interests,” foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian told reporters on Tuesday. Economic warfare would “only serve to fuel tensions and lead to risk spillover”, he said. The US on Monday demanded countries take “immediate action” to cut economic...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 26Trump's new economic squeeze against Iran faces a great challenge: ChinaThe U.S. strategy to isolate Iran faces a dilemma with China, its main commercial partner. Xi Jinping's visit to Washington complicates economic pressure. China maintains its cooperation with Iran under international law, while the U.S. avoids severe sanctions on China to avoid affecting the Trump-Xi summit.Clarín
WORLDAug 25China says will safeguard its own interests as US expands Iran sanctionsChina has advocated for a ceasefire, insisting US sanctions will not resolve the Middle East conflict.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTAug 25China Warns of Retaliation as Tanker Struck Near Hormuz Hours After Iran Sanctions Launchhngn.com · United States
POLITICSAug 25How the US sanctions on Iran impact ChinaUS sanctions Chinese firms over Iran links but spare big banks as Trump and Xi eye key talks.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 25China warns it will safeguard its interests after US widens sanctions against IranThe US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.BBC World
MILITARYAug 25China’s J-16s face off against Egypt’s Rafales in combat drills as Iran war rumbles onChinese fighter jets have conducted combat training with their Egyptian counterparts in a joint exercise following a major Chinese air force deployment to the Middle East. The drill, which was launched on Saturday and is expected to continue until early next month, is part of the second China-Egypt “Eagles of Civilisation” joint air force training exercises, taking place against the backdrop of the war between the United States and Iran. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force deployed J-16...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTAug 25China warns US it could retaliate over Iran sanctionsFinancial Times
MILITARYAug 25Egypt - China Air Drill Draws Attention Of US And IsraelAn air drill between Egypt and China has attracted the attention of the US and Israel. This indicates notable military activity and geopolitical interest.i24news.tv · Israel
POLITICSAug 25 No one is above the reach of US sanctions : Treasury Secretary Bessent signals China not exempt over Iran tiesTreasury Secretary Bessent stated that no one is above US sanctions, signaling that China is not exempt regarding its ties with Iran. This indicates ongoing US pressure related to sanctions policy and international relations.massachusettssun.com · United States
POLITICSAug 24 No one is above the reach of US sanctions : Treasury Secretary Bessent signals China not exempt over Iran tiesnewzealandstar.com · New Zealand
POLITICSAug 24China Warns Against Escalation As US Targets Iran TradeChina has issued a warning against escalation as the U.S. intensifies its focus on trade with Iran. This indicates rising international tensions surrounding U.S. actions against Iran.shanghainews.net · China
POLITICSAug 24China Vows to Protect Rights as US Warns Iran SanctionsChina has vowed to protect its rights following US warnings about Iran sanctions. This indicates a potential diplomatic and economic standoff between major powers regarding US policy towards Iran.pakistantoday.com.pk · Pakistan
BUSINESSAug 24Oil prices remain lower as Bessent outlines Iran sanctions plan, signals China not exemptOil prices are staying lower as Bessent details plans for Iran sanctions, indicating that China will not be exempt from these measures. This suggests a significant geopolitical action impacting global energy markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 24Trump admin unveils anti-Iran global sanctions plan, signals China not exemptThe Trump administration unveiled a plan to isolate Iran's economy by threatening to impose secondary sanctions on the Islamic Republic's "enablers."CNBC
CONFLICTAug 24China and Jordan call for Strait of Hormuz to get back to normal after US-Iran conflictChina and Jordan have called for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to shipping and for the ceasefire between the United States and Iran to be maintained, in a joint statement issued during King Abdullah’s visit to Beijing. They also said they wanted to see “a comprehensive solution addressing the root causes of tension … through dialogue and negotiation, ensuring full respect for the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of regional countries”. Peace talks between the US and Iran...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTAug 24China next move ? US readies greatest financial offensive against IranThe United States is reportedly preparing a significant 'financial offensive' against Iran, amidst speculation about China's future actions. This suggests escalating geopolitical tensions and potential economic confrontation.thenews.com.pk · Pakistan
POLITICSAug 24US threat of ‘economic D-Day’ for Iran tests Trump’s China detenteExerting maximum economic pressure on Tehran would risk blowback from Beijing.Al Jazeera [en]