• The escalating US-Iran conflict reveals US military and strategic vulnerabilities, which China is closely studying.
  • China observes the US failing to break Iran’s blockade while expending enormous firepower.
  • US defense officials fear China enters the meeting with Trump holding an advantage.
  • The Chinese military analyzes US operations to identify vulnerabilities for a potential conflict.
  • The diversion of US resources to the Middle East shows the arsenal is not unlimited.
  • Iran has proven adept at using cheap drones for mass attacks.