China Accused of Sending Anti-Aircraft Missile Systems to Iran Amid Tensions

Washington, તા.11: While China is presenting itself as a peacemaker mediating a ceasefire between the US and Iran, US intelligence reports have claimed that China is preparing to send new shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missile systems (MANPADS) to Iran in the next few weeks. According to intelligence sources, China plans to send these systems through third countries to hide their origins. These systems could be lethal to low-flying US helicopters and fighter jets. President Trump has indicated that an American F-15 jet was shot down by Iran last week. If it is Chinese-made, it would be evidence of Beijing's direct involvement. The news comes as President Donald Trump is due to meet with President Xi Jinping in Beijing next month. China claimed to be helping broker a ceasefire, but is also pressuring the US to re-establish its armed forces.