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Part 7/10:

• Intel and Military Moves: Meanwhile, Israel prepares for potential escalation, raising readiness levels in preparation for possible conflicts. Simultaneously, the U.S. military, through Sentcom, reports a significant degradation in Iran’s missile and support capabilities—contradicting some media narratives that Iran remains strong.

• Diplomatic Coordination: Notably, Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed Trump’s stance, emphasizing that China opposes militarizing the Strait and tolling systems—a clear sign of coordinated messaging and strategy.

Why Did China Blink? The Calculation of Cost vs. Benefit