China has come out openly in opposition to the recent “Economic D-Day” initiative from US President Donald Trump which is aimed at Iran. China believes that the economic sanctions will not bring an end to the crisis but that all concerned parties need to seek a diplomatic solution. This move follows President Trump’s declaration of ...

In terms of the Strait of Hormuz tension, things have now become more serious as both the US and Iran compete for control over the world’s most vital energy corridor. The US has claimed that its naval blockage of Iran can continue for an indefinite amount of time, whereas Iran holds that the strategic waterway ...