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How China Became Iran's Oil Lifeline and Sanctions Shield

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0300

China now buys nearly every drop of oil Iran produces. A decade ago, it purchased roughly 30% of Iranian crude. Today that figure stands at around 90%, making Beijing the indispensable partner keeping Tehran’s economy afloat and its military funded — despite years of escalating U.S. sanctions.

China Positions Itself for Major Role in Gaza Reconstruction

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:08:00 +0300

While international attention focuses on the US, Qatar, and Turkey in discussions about Gaza’s future, China has quietly positioned itself to benefit from the estimated $70 billion reconstruction effort through strategic tender wins and local partnerships.

Pilot Program: 100 Gazans Set to Move to Indonesia for Work

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:07:00 +0300

A first group of 100 Gazans is set to fly to Indonesia for work as part of a pilot program aimed at encouraging voluntary migration of Palestinians from Gaza, according to Israeli media reports. The program will be run by COGAT (Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories), a Defense Ministry body.