Iran Nears Supersonic Missile Deal With China Amid U.S. Naval Buildup

— near Iranian waters.

The CM-302, developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), has a range of nearly 290 kilometers and is designed to evade shipborne defenses. Experts warn the system could significantly strengthen Iran’s naval strike capability and threaten U.S. forces operating in the Persian Gulf.

The negotiations reportedly accelerated following last year’s conflict between Israel and Iran, signaling deepening military cooperation between Beijing and Tehran.

What does this mean for regional stability? Could this shift the balance of power in the Gulf?

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