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Why China is taking a behind-the-scenes role in the Iran war

Washington Post Politics April 18, 2026 · 9:00 am Read Original
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As Trump pursued an unpopular war, Beijing positioned itself as a peacemaker, with little incentive to pressure Iran or annoy the U.S.

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Source Washington Post Politics
Published Apr 18, 2026 · 9:00 am
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