China & United States — United States Central Command
22 shared events · Importance 14 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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China: China's export engine slowed sharply in March due to the conflict's impact on energy and transportation costs, affecting global demand for its manufactured goods.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command, led by Admiral Brad Cooper, oversees military operations in the Middle East and is adjusting tactics in response to the ongoing situation with Iran.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
China: China, as an ally of Iran, vetoed a prior International — United Nations Security Council resolution and expressed concern after a Chinese-crewed oil tanker was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command (CENTCOM) is leading 'Project Freedom' and confirmed the military actions taken by US forces in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
International
China: China, as Iran's main oil buyer, has expressed concern over the US blockade and called for the conflict to be resolved through political and diplomatic channels.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command is enforcing the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, reporting that no ships have passed and several have complied with orders to turn around.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
China: China vetoed a previous Security Council resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its stance on international diplomatic efforts related to the conflict.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command, led by Brad Cooper, is responsible for the military efforts to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, engaging Iranian forces and denying claims of an American Navy vessel strike.
May 04, 2026 · 36 articles
International
China: China is a major importer of oil and closely watches developments in the Strait of Hormuz.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command launched 'Project Freedom' to escort commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil, and the United States is pressuring China to encourage Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command released an image of a guided-missile destroyer intercepting an Iranian-flagged ship near the Strait of Hormuz and stated it redirected 33 ships since the blockade.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
China: China's U.N. ambassador Fu Cong emphasized the importance of a steady relationship with the United States ahead of a Trump-Xi summit.
United States — United States Central Command: Admiral Brad Cooper, head of United States — United States Central Command, briefed Donald Trump on options for Iran.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China dismissed Donald Trump's assertion that the Touska was carrying 'a gift from China', opposing any malicious association and speculation.
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command indicated that the American role in the Strait of Hormuz would involve coordinating safe traffic among stranded ships.
May 04, 2026 · 14 articles
International
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command issued a statement acknowledging the airstrike on Ras Isa port, stating its intent to eliminate the Houthis' fuel source and revenue, but did not acknowledge casualties.
Apr 18, 2025 · 7 articles
International
United States — United States Central Command: United States — United States Central Command confirmed the airstrikes on the Ras Isa oil port, stating the objective was to eliminate the Houthis's fuel source and revenue, while denying any intention to harm the people of Yemen.
Apr 17, 2025 · 9 articles
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