China Stands Firm on Disputed Islands Despite Iran’s Outrage – Will Beijing Change Its Stance?
BEIJING, China – Tensions have escalated between China and Iran over the disputed islands in the Gulf, specifically the Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa. While the islands have been under Iranian control since 1971, both Iran and the United Arab Emirates claim sovereignty over them. Last week, China expressed support for the UAE’s efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the territorial dispute. In response, Iran expressed anger towards China for its stance …