Operation Epic Fury may have reshaped more than the Middle East. The U.S. strike on Iran doesn’t just target Tehran — it sends shockwaves to Beijing. For years, China relied on Iran for discounted oil, yuan-based settlements, Belt and Road leverage, and strategic distraction against U.S. power. Now that calculation may be collapsing. With Trump preparing to visit Beijing, the timing is critical. Did Washington just flip the geopolitical table? And what does this mean for Xi Jinping, Taiwan, and U.S.–China relations? This episode breaks down the energy risks, financial warnings, and strategic consequences now facing the CCP.
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