

June 19th, 2025: Xi Jinping Breaks Silence With Warning on Israel-Iran Conflict & North Korea Doubles Down On Putin Partnership
4 snips Jun 19, 2025
Chinese leader Xi Jinping calls for peace in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict while pursuing economic ties with Iran. Meanwhile, North Korea strengthens its partnership with Russia, announcing plans to send thousands of workers for reconstruction. On another front, India and Canada mend diplomatic rifts after an alleged assassination scandal. Additionally, U.S. senators propose new measures to restrict Chinese land purchases near military bases, highlighting growing concerns over national security.
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China's Strategic Mediation
- Xi Jinping urges de-escalation in the Israel-Iran conflict, positioning China as a peace mediator.
- China's economic ties, especially oil purchases, motivate it to maintain influence over Iran's regime.
China's Leverage via Iranian Oil
- China buys over 90% of Iran's oil exports, mostly through covert means due to sanctions.
- This oil trade gives China leverage over Iran and supports its own export-driven economy.
North Korea-Russia Partnership Grows
- North Korea sends 5,000 construction workers to Russia's war-affected western border region.
- This move highlights the deepening Russia-North Korea alliance amid ongoing conflict.