https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-s-troubles-with-iran-could-open-the-door-to-chinaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-s-troubles-with-iran-could-open-the-door-to-chinahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-s-troubles-with-iran-could-open-the-door-to-china#u190815Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:25:15 +0000China is stepping up its Middle East diplomacy as Donald Trump faces mounting political pressure at home following a sweeping Democratic victory in the midterms and renewed conflict threats with Iran. Beijing has launched a diplomatic flurry, holding meetings with Iranian and Saudi officials while urging dialogue. Wang Yi has pressed for de-escalation as tensions persist over the Strait of Hormuz and US-China ties. Iran looks to China and Russia for leverage in US talks, though questions remain over whether Beijing will attempt to bail out the current conflict.Why it mattersChina acts as Iran&