The shadow war just went public. In a move that has stunned the Pentagon, Chinese commercial satellite firm MizarVision has leaked high-resolution imagery exposing the massive U.S. Air Force buildup surrounding Iran. From the Prince Sultan Airbase in Saudi Arabia to Ovda Airbase in Israel, the element of surprise has been stripped away. While Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi claims "good progress" in Geneva talks, the satellite imagery suggests the U.S. is preparing for the largest air operation since the Gulf War. Is China trying to prevent a war by exposing it, or are they handing Iran a target list?

Iran is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to acquire China’s CM-302 supersonic anti-ship cruise missile — a system often described as a “ship killer” due to its speed, sea-skimming flight path, and long strike range. The development comes as the United States positions major naval assets, including two aircraft carriers, within operational range of Iran. At the same time, reports suggest Russia is deepening military coordination with Tehran.