Episode

Beyond the Rubble: Is China the Real Winner of the U.S.-Iran War?

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The Last Line of Defense
Published
Apr 15, 2026
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Summary

Host Seth Jones sat down with Dr. Bonny Lin, CSIS Senior Adviser and Director of the China Power Project, to explore Beijing’s view of the U.S.-Iran war, including its own role, the China-Pakistan peace plan, and potential takeaways.