China Deploys Middle East Diplomatic Offensive During U.S.-Iran Conflict

As the U.S.-Iran conflict enters its 31st day, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has intensified diplomatic engagement with Turkey and Egypt while Special Envoy Zhai Jun meets Gulf officials in Beijing to push for de-escalation. This represents Beijing's most active Middle East mediation effort during an active U.S. military engagement, positioning China as an alternative power broker.