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US–Israel Strikes on Iran Send Shockwaves to Chinese Regime

US–Israel Strikes on Iran Send Shockwaves to Chinese Regime
Smoke rises following reported explosions in Tehran on March 1, 2026. Atta Kenare/AFP via Getty Images
Wang Youqun
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The United States and Israel launched military operations against Iran on Feb. 28, known as “Operation Epic Fury” by the United States and “Operation Roaring Lion” by Israel.

Wang Youqun
Wang Youqun
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Wang Youqun holds a doctorate in law from the Renmin University of China. He previously worked as a copywriter for Wei Jianxing (1931–2015), a member of the CCP Politburo Standing Committee, from 1997 to 2002.