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CHINA JUST DELIVERED ONE OF ITS STRONGEST MESSAGES YET ON THE MIDDLE EAST.

Speaking to Gulf leaders, President Xi Jinping argued that lasting peace cannot be achieved unless the “root cause” of the region’s instability is addressed. In a move that is already sparking debate worldwide, Beijing signaled that it views Israel’s actions—not Iran—as the main driver of the current crisis.

The timing is significant. With tensions rising across the region and fears of a wider conflict growing, China is positioning itself as a major diplomatic voice challenging the Western narrative.

The real question now:

Will Gulf states continue relying primarily on Washington, or will China’s influence in the region keep growing?