Will The U.S. Cut Off China’s Iranian Oil Lifeline?
Will The U.S. Cut Off China’s Iranian Oil Lifeline?  
Podcast: The Untold Story with Martha MacCallum
Published On: Wed Apr 15 2026
Description: Research fellow with Hudson Institute's Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, Zineb Riboua, examines the evolving tension between the U.S. and Iran, specifically Iran’s strategic alignment with China. She describes how Chinese investment in the Middle East has provided the regime with technological and financial support.  Zineb analyzes the potential for widespread protests and civil unrest within Iran, driven by the severe economic strain of the ongoing conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices