The world knows full well that Iran is merely a pretext; China and Russia are the actual targets.
Day in and day out, the talk is all about the Strait of Hormuz—endless clamor about it being "open." If it were truly open, Trump would certainly have visited by now to celebrate a victory. Yet, has Trump ever managed to visit? No. Why? The fear of death—being in the crosshairs of Iranian supersonic and hypersonic missiles. The Iranian Navy openly patrols the Strait, lays mines, and monitors incoming vessels; commercial ships that pay the fee are allowed through and guided on which routes to take—and which to avoid—while those that do not pay are turned back. Moreover, the fee is collected in Chinese currency—a fact well understood by all parties involved.
If Trump's propaganda holds true, then the biggest question that arises is: if the Strait of Hormuz remains open, why is there an oil crisis?
Commercial ships were passing by, enjoying themselves. They were posting on social media, making vlogs, 'having picnics'. American troops were seen landing in Iran, patrolling, just like in Iraq, Afghanistan, etc.
But here, the situation appears to be the exact opposite; even Trump plays golf in his own country while fearful, under the protection of anti-aircraft and anti-missile systems.
This means the crocodile has provoked the dinosaur to save the cunning fox—and the dinosaur is going to devour it whole. What's more, it isn't alone.
What can these poor jets really do in modern warfare? You have to fuel them up, load them with missiles, keep airbases on high alert, spend exorbitant amounts of dollars on them, constantly service them, replace their parts, employ hundreds of engineers, and spend money on personnel to maintain the bases and handle operations.
Instead, now you simply take a missile out of the warehouse, load it onto a truck, aim, and fire—and it will do the job.
And then, if missiles strike before you can even take off, everything is reduced to rubble; or if you do take off but are destroyed in mid-air before reaching enemy territory—then billions of dollars have simply gone up in smoke.
During the conflict involving Iran, the world witnessed the destruction of American assets—including radars, bases, F-35 and F-17 jets, and drones—as well as the failure of their radar systems; this is precisely why they openly claim the destruction of nearly 200 American jets. Consequently, US Navy fleets hold no real significance for them—they could be obliterated whenever desired. However, the plan is for a protracted conflict, which is why these naval fleets are being allowed some leeway—essentially, "live your lives until we decide otherwise."
Iran has now become the first country in the world to claim a series of "trophies"—ranging from American bases and radars to F-35s and even troops—achievements to which the world and the media bear witness.
Their generals have also openly declared that a nuclear attack will be met with a nuclear response. You have likely already seen the news and interviews regarding this, so I will not go into further detail.
China, too, has massively ramped up its missile production since last year. So, against whom are those missiles being used? You get the picture, right?
At present, passing through the Strait of Hormuz without Iran's consent is tantamount to crossing a sea of death. Even the US Navy keeps its distance and watches from afar.
After endlessly begging Iran for negotiations, they have now pushed their "B-teams" to the forefront, telling them: "Go negotiate with Iran on our behalf, or else we will topple your governments and seize your properties and assets in the US and Europe." So, they rush off to Iran—but is Iran actually giving them any heed? It simply wines and dines them, extracts assurances, and sends them packing.
The war has already been lost; now, only that cunning, hidden fox remains—the one that plunged the Americans into a river of fire and is now silently watching the spectacle. To save it, American fathers, brothers, and sons were beheaded and drenched in blood. What should be done about it? Should a quiet agreement be reached?
Don't China and Russia know this? Surely their intelligence agencies are keeping track of every single development.
This is because Chinese and Russian intelligence agencies are thinking far ahead of the US and Israel; the US has been deeply ensnared in the Strait of Hormuz—a quagmire where billions of its dollars are at stake daily. It is akin to a tactic where the line is first slackened to let the fish struggle and exert itself, only to be gradually tightened to sap the fish's strength.
And the same is being done with America and its allies; those who are Trump's cohorts today will stand with Russia and China tomorrow.
Chinese technology has long since shifted the balance of power.
State-of-the-art missiles that never miss their target—capable of defeating even American air defense systems.
If they can adjust their range and carry devastatingly lethal weapons, then piercing through those naval fleets—and breaking the blockade—poses no difficulty for them. Yet... the same game of tug-of-war is being played: sometimes yielding, sometimes hardening the stance.
On the other hand, regarding US tariffs—has the world come to an end for shipping goods and conducting trade? Is the US the only place left?
Did the world rely solely on trade with the United States in the past? It is now up to the traders whether or not to trade with them, or whether to sell their goods to the U.S. or not.
Trump’s constant outcry serves as proof that unless the US manages to extricate itself from this war—by one means or another—as soon as possible, it risks falling victim to a severe financial crisis within a few years. The economy would suffer a devastating blow, and the dazzling image projected through media spectacles and theatrics would inevitably fade.
Speaking of dazzling displays, China has truly dazzled the world; the US economy seems like child's play in comparison. It has created a world entirely of its own—it feels as though one has arrived on another planet where, although the people look just like us, the world and the technology are completely different.
On the other hand, Trump threatened to impose economic sanctions on Iran, but did that threat have any effect? No, it didn't. China also gave Trump a blunt rebuff. He had already failed in his visit to China; now, witness this further blunt rejection as well.
According to reports
They stated that all concerned parties should take responsible measures to resolve the dispute through political and diplomatic means.
This statement from China comes after the United States urged various countries—including China—to join efforts to isolate Iran's economy.
Singapore: The number of commercial vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz has declined further, with only seven ships traversing this vital waterway on Thursday. According to data from the ship-tracking company Clipper, this figure is half of the previous day's total. On Thursday, four ships entered the Strait of Hormuz, while three exited.
Concerns regarding the safety of ships in the region persist due to the stalling of peace talks between the United States and Iran.
A significant rise in crude oil prices has been recorded in the global market following the announcement of new and harsh US sanctions against Iran.
According to media reports, the price of Brent crude oil rose by $2.20—or 2.4 percent—to $93.82 per barrel, while the price of US West Texas Intermediate reached $88.16 per barrel following an increase of $2.33.
Prices for both global benchmarks have reached their highest levels since July 24, marking a fifth consecutive trading session of gains. Meanwhile, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the toughest sanctions in history against Iran, warning that countries continuing to do business with Tehran would also face US measures. According to Bessent, the aim of the sanctions is to curtail the Iranian government's ability to conduct operations through its proxy groups.
In any case, China has already established the formidable reputation of its weaponry; in the arms industry, its weapons are now unrivaled. Everyone remembers the "American graveyard" in Afghanistan—how the new generation of Afghans turned the tide of the war, forcing the Americans to flee the battlefield and abandon even their military hardware. What was the reason? The Americans themselves know that better than anyone.
US jets, helicopters, tanks, and M16 rifles vs. Russian Kalashnikovs.
Now, consider China's response to American war propaganda—specifically, how the world was shown a masterpiece missile that serves as a spectacular counter to American weaponry.
America's new, ultra-long-range air-to-air missile, the AIM-424 Malice, has been unveiled.
In this image released by the US military, the AIM-424 is shown mounted on an F-18 aircraft.
According to the defense news website TWZ, the US Navy has revealed the existence of a new, advanced, ultra-long-range air-to-air missile named 'AIM-424 Malice'.
In another image released by the US Navy, this missile is shown mounted in the weapons bay of a state-of-the-art F-35C aircraft.
According to the website, the AIM-424 Long-Range Air-to-Air Missile (LRAAM)—which is already undergoing testing—has been developed to arm the F-18 Super Hornet, F-35C Joint Strike Fighters, and the upcoming F/A-XX next-generation naval fighter.
According to the website, this missile is clearly larger and capable of striking at a significantly greater range compared to the long-serving AIM-120 AMRAAM and the new AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile.
The Pentagon has long been interested in multi-stage air-to-air missiles and is now working towards developing missiles capable of striking targets at a range of 1,000 miles in the coming years.
The website states that bridging the gap in air-to-air missiles—particularly with China—and significantly surpassing the Chinese military's capabilities in this regard has become a top priority for the Pentagon.
According to details released by the US Navy, the missile weighs approximately 1,500 pounds and has a range of over 250 nautical miles, or 463 kilometers.
According to the website, there is also a possibility that these figures—and the missile's range in particular—were deliberately understated for counter-intelligence purposes.
Now, let us also look at the immediate response to this...
China has developed a hypersonic missile capable of targeting aircraft in mid-air from a distance of thousands of kilometers.
China has developed a hypersonic missile capable of targeting aircraft thousands of kilometers away in mid-air, boasting an astonishing range.
According to the US website Bloomberg, the Chinese military has developed hypersonic glide vehicles (HGVs) capable of firing air-to-air weapons; these can be used to target command-and-control aircraft and aerial refueling tankers located thousands of kilometers away, thereby crippling the communication systems and air defense shields of enemy fighter jets.
According to Bloomberg, this development by China has gained added significance at a time when the US—following six months of conflict involving Iran—is facing difficulties in supplying critical air-defense missiles and long-range weapons, especially given that China already possesses over 3,150 ballistic missiles—the largest such arsenal in the world.
A person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg, on condition of anonymity, that China has incorporated air-to-air combat capabilities into certain hypersonic cruise missiles, while also equipping various types of missiles with the ability to target naval vessels.
According to Bloomberg, such weapons could pose a serious threat to US air operations during a potential war with China, and China could target US aircraft from thousands of miles away.
According to the report, a hypersonic glide vehicle launched by the DF-17 missile can travel approximately 2,414 kilometers. This distance is just shy of the span from China to the US island of Guam in the Pacific Ocean—a key US military base.
Furthermore, China's DF-27 missile has a maximum range of approximately 8,000 kilometers, placing the US state of Hawaii within its striking range.
Hypersonic glide vehicles are warheads capable of altering their trajectory in the atmosphere while heading toward their target; this extends their range and makes them difficult to intercept in flight.
According to Bloomberg, there is currently no information suggesting that any country other than China possesses weapons capable of combining hypersonic glide vehicle technology with air-to-air missile capabilities.
China has significantly increased its missile production since last year. According to estimates by the US Department of Defense (the Pentagon), by 2024, China possessed at least 3,150 ballistic missiles and 300 ground-launched cruise missiles.
On Saturday, the US Navy announced that it is testing a new, advanced long-range air-to-air missile, the 'AIM-424 MALUS'. According to the US Navy, the missile weighs approximately 1,500 pounds and has a range of over 463 kilometers.
According to a US defense website, the Pentagon has long been interested in multi-stage air-to-air missiles and is now working towards developing missiles capable of striking targets at a range of 1,000 miles in the coming years.
The website states that bridging the gap in air-to-air missiles—particularly with China—and significantly surpassing the Chinese military's capabilities in this regard has become a top priority for the Pentagon.
First Glimpse of China’s Long-Range PL-17 Air-to-Air Missile Emerges
A first glimpse has emerged of China’s highly advanced and mysterious PL-17, a long-range air-to-air missile believed to be one of the most capable weapons of its kind.
Defense analysts say the PL-17 could have the longest range of any air-to-air missile in the world and could pose a major threat to U.S. air superiority in the Western Pacific.
According to Chinese media, the image has recently circulated on Chinese social media, although its date and location have not been independently verified.
The image shows what appears to be a PL-17 missile or a model of it displayed on a stand. A person is standing in front of the missile, with the face digitally obscured. Most defense experts believe the missile shown is a model, but its dimensions appear to be identical to those of the actual weapon.
According to Chinese media, the PL series is the designation for air-to-air missiles developed for China’s People’s Liberation Army. The series includes the short-range PL-10, medium-range PL-11 and PL-12, and the long-range PL-15.
The PL-17 has reportedly been under development for at least a decade, but no official information about the missile has been released. It has not appeared at major military parades or been prominently featured in videos of military exercises. However, several photographs taken from a distance have emerged since 2016, showing what appears to be the missile mounted on a J-16 fighter jet.
Based on these images, a U.S. military analysis website estimates that the PL-17 is more than 6 meters (20 feet) long. According to the website, it is a radar-guided, long-range missile that could have a range of more than 400 kilometers (approximately 250 miles).
The longest-range air-to-air missile currently in U.S. service is the AIM-120D, which is reported to have a maximum range of approximately 160 kilometers.
In its annual report on China’s military power submitted to Congress in December, the Pentagon stated that the J-16 fighter equipped with the PL-17 could have a strike capability exceeding 1,400 kilometers.
Analysts believe the PL-17’s seeker system could incorporate an advanced AESA radar, similar to the technology used in the PL-15. The PL-15 entered service in 2015 and is reported to have a range of more than 200 kilometers.
According to Chinese media, the first images of the PL-17 emerged in 2016, showing the missile being tested on a J-16 fighter jet. The J-16 is one of China’s most powerful heavy multirole fighter aircraft and, so far, is the only aircraft on which the PL-17 has been observed mounted.