Iran is key for Beijing to exert influence in the Middle East and for China to circumvent U.S. sanctions and counter the dollar system, experts say.
People gather during a protest in Tehran, Iran, on Jan. 8, 2026. Anonymous/Getty Images
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The Iranian regime appears more fragile than ever. What began as an economic protest by business owners in Tehran quickly escalated into a nationwide anti-regime movement by the end of last year.
Terri Wu is a Washington-based freelance reporter for The Epoch Times covering education and China-related issues. Send tips to [email protected].
