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China Sees a ‘Giant With a Limp’ as U.S. Drains Weapons on Iran War

NY Times · May 8, 2026, 4:43 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

America’s ability to deter China in a war over Taiwan is weakened, Chinese analysts say, giving Beijing leverage in an upcoming summit with President Trump.

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China Sees a ‘Giant With a Limp’ as U.S. Drains Weapons on Iran War

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