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U.S. "Economic Onslought" on Iran Faces a Major Caveat: China and Upcoming Xi Jinping Summit

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Times Bay AreaPublished August 26, 2026Updated August 26, 2026English

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s declaration of an "economic onslaught" aimed at cutting off Iran's global financial connections faces a significant obstacle: China. As Beijing serves as Iran's largest trading partner and primary oil buyer receiving over 80% of Iranian oil shipments primarily

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