Beijing Officially Denies Military Cooperation with Tehran, Criticizing the "Illegal" War in May 2026

 In May 2026, China's UN envoy Fu Cong categorically denied military cooperation with Iran, labeling the ongoing conflict as an "illegal war" imposed on the Iranian people. Despite President Trump's claims of intercepted military shipments, Beijing maintained that it adheres to strict export controls and provides no drones or defense systems to Tehran. Analysts suggest China is balancing its 2026 strategic interests by securing energy supplies while avoiding direct military involvement in the Gulf crisis.